By Akani Nkuna
The EFF has called for a Parliamentary report on international travel for Public Works Minister, Dean Macpherson, following confirmation that the minister spent R350,000 on his partner’s travel costs to the BRICS Summit in Brazil last year, citing wasteful expenditure.
In a statement on Monday, EFF spokesperson Sinawo Thambo said that it was immaterial the amount spent, but emphasised the need for transparency, accountability and the legality of the money, arguing the act constituted blatant disregard for public resources.
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“[The EFF calls for] full disclosure of the complete breakdown of the Brazil trip expenditure and clarity on what portion of the cost related directly or indirectly to the
Minister’s partner. A clear policy explanation from the Department regarding companions on official trips. A report to Parliament on all international travel undertaken by the Minister
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