ASA’s DC recommends removal of James Moloi after finding him guilty of credit card misuse

The disciplinary committee has recommended his removal as President and member of the federation’s board.

“It’s true Moloi has been found guilty of the misuse of the ASA credit card, and now World Athletics is expected to issue the letter before ASA can release a statement. The letter from World Athletics should be out by tonight. Yes, the panel says he is guilty,” a reliable source told SABC Sport.

The hearing was chaired by retired judge president Basheer Waglay, with Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) representative Nellie Tiyago and South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC) representative Valentino Bushelo serving as panellists.

SABC Sport is in possession of the disciplinary committee’s report, which recommends that Moloi be removed permanently from his leadership positions at the national athletics federation.

However, the final outcome now rests with World Athletics, which is expected to issue a letter on the matter. ASA is also waiting for the international governing body’s communication before making a public statement.

Moloi, who was elected ASA president in 2021, came under investigation after concerns were raised about his use of the federation’s credit card.

In July 2025, Forvis Mazars Forensic Services was appointed by SASCOC to investigate the matter following the presentation of ASA’s 2023/24 financial report to Parliament’s portfolio committee.

The forensic investigation covered the period from May 2023 to April 2024. A report dated 11 September 2025 reportedly raised concerns about the use of the credit card, which had been used 399 times during the period under investigation.

Moloi was subsequently suspended on 27 October 2025. A day later, he was asked to explain why he should not remain suspended.

He attended disciplinary proceedings between November and December 2025, with the matter continuing into 2026. Although he was expected to be reinstated in February, a meeting between ASA and SASCOC resulted in a decision to maintain his suspension amid ongoing governance concerns.

In April, World Athletics wrote to SASCOC seeking clarity on the matter. The following month, representatives from ASA, SASCOC and the Southern African Confederation of Athletics (SACA) met at SASCOC, where SACA presented its own report concerning the alleged misuse of the credit card.

Among the charges against Moloi were failure to account for credit card expenditure, failure to submit supporting receipts and exceeding the monthly spending limit of R15 000 in nine out of 12 months. Moloi denied the charges.

The latest recommendation has reportedly exposed divisions within the ASA board, with some members claiming they were unaware of the disciplinary proceedings and expressing shock at the outcome.

ASA chief executive officer Terence Magogodela declined to comment, while Moloi was also unavailable for comment.

The matter now awaits further communication from World Athletics, which is expected to provide clarity on the next steps before ASA makes an official announcement.