Fresh allegations have emerged against Karate South Africa's suspended executive, with former insiders claiming athletes were overcharged for international tours to fund officials' business class travel, while gate takings and other federation income were allegedly mismanaged.

Suspended KSA president Sonny Pillay and his associates are accused of inflating travel costs for athletes to unaffordable levels, using the additional funds for their own business class travel.Disadvantaged athletes were allegedly denied funding to represent the country despite receiving money from SASCOC.

Former KSA secretary general Gillian Elson, who resigned in 2020, revealed that cash collected at tournaments was stolen, and the federation declared losses.These claims align with parliamentary concerns and follow the WKF's suspension of the entire executive.Elson and former member Rob Crawford allege bullying, financial fraud, and threats against whistleblowers.The WKF's report, not yet public, led to the installation of an interim committee.SASCOC maintains recognition of the suspended executive, despite the WKF's action.The interim board aims to ensure a smooth transition and rebuild trust in the federation.