Through an initiative of KPMG, the Kovsie community can now combat corruption and fraud collectively. A hotline has been established that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

What to report

The Ethics Line is underpinned by the principles of honesty, integrity, respect, fairness, and courtesy. The following infractions can be reported:

• Corruption
• Dishonesty
• Financial or other forms of fraud
• Damage to environment
• Discrimination
• Health and safety violations
• Unethical behaviour or misconduct
• Class/exam irregularities
• Theft
• Sexual harassment
• Other criminal offences

What not to report

However, the following should not be reported:

• Employment grievances
• Employment complaints
• Petty arguments amongst staff
• Personality clashes

Ethics Line Number

The KPMG Ethics Line number is 0800 00 67 04.

How the Ethics Line works

1. Step 1: Call 0800 00 67 04 from any Telkom landline
2. Step 2: Make your confidential and anonymous disclosure
3. Step 3: You will be given a reference number. Keep this confidential, as you will need this if you wish to follow up on your call
4. KPMG compiles the information, and reports to the UFS

The calls are answered, and the information recorded, by persons not employed by the UFS to ensure confidentiality. Even if you decide to supply your name, the information and your identity will remain confidential.