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DA Questions Minister McKenzie's R31 Million World Cup Spending
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2026-07-15 16:29   Politics   12

DA Questions Minister McKenzie's R31 Million World Cup Spending

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has repeatedly demanded transparency from Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Mckenzie regarding the R31 million spent on his delegation to the FIFA World Cup 2026.Despite initial vague responses, the Minister disclosed an estimated expenditure of R31 million, though details remain unclear.The DA highlights concerns over misleading promises, lack of accountability, and financial oversight in the Department.The delegation included 20 artists and 18 officials, with officials costing nearly R8 million.The DA will push for full disclosure of members, final costs, and a parliamentary account of expenses.This follows previous instances where the Department provided minimal information, raising questions about financial management.The DA's follow-up questions aim to ensure South Africans are informed about public funds used for the World Cup engagement.

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