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Eskom boss Andre de Ruyter says he will cooperate fully with the investigations into his alleged racism.

De Ruyter spoke on Monday, 15 March about the state of the embattled power utility.

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The CEO added that he will not tolerate corruption.

Eskom’s board of directors previously gave the green light for an investigation to be launched.

Reports saythere have been allegations of racism made against De Ruyter.

Andre de Ruyter to fully cooperate with racism probe, won’t step aside

Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter says he will fully cooperate with investigations into allegations of racism. Image: Waldo Swiegers/BloombergSource: Getty Images

De Ruyter has been accused of trying to get rid of black suppliers to introduce white suppliers.

Suspended Eskom Chief Procurement Officer Solly Tshitangano had made an array of allegations against him.

De Ruyter said it was undesirable that load-shedding is still being implemented today.

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Source: Briefly News

Reeshni ChettyReeshni Chetty is a senior current affairs reporter.

Reeshni has a passion for breaking the stigma surrounding mental health issues.