Steenhuisen says in the country's current financial climate, the Presidential Inauguration cost should not be allowed...
The Democratic Alliance claims the inauguration of the President on May 25th will cost a R120 million. This is the number the party says it got after guarantees that event, as well as the opening session of the 6th Parliament would come at a reduced budget. In South Africa, traditionally, inaugurations have been held at the Union Buildings. This time, it will be hosted at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Tshwane, on the 25th of May.
The DA says municipalities which are already cash-strapped will be impacted by this. DA Chief Whip, John Steenhuisen, says municipalities have also been instructed by the government to pay for the transport and breakfast of community members.“R120-million is excessive. You can probably get away with something like this for R3 million if you on a shoestring budget, which I believe our current fiscal situation demands.
“It is unconscionable that the presidency will spend hundreds of millions to transport people in taking precious financial resources from local municipalities to fund this
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