The South African government has already dismissed concerns surrounding the controversial landing of the president and his 500-strong entourage. | MaliDayimani
The government said the leader's visit was preceded by formal diplomatic correspondence from the UAE to the Department of International Relations and Cooperation.
Many raised questions regarding the speed in which the airport was quickly turned into a port of entry for the visit, while others questioned whether Border Control Management Authority laws were adhered to. In his 25 April letter, Zungula raised the question as to whether goods and foreign currency brought into the country by the royals were declared to authorities. Sign up for our global dialogue programmeZayed al Nahyan landed with C-17 military cargo aircrafts, carrying a string of choppers, a fleet of luxury cars, furniture and supplies.The government later revealed that it did not need to announce Zayed al Nahyan's visit because he was on a private visit to his resort.
In a letter to Zungula, dated Tuesday, Gcaleka's office wrote:"Accordingly, you are hereby requested to avail yourself for a consultation to confirm the issues you would like this office to investigate.We live in a world where facts and fiction get blurred In times of uncertainty you need journalism you can trust. For 14 free days, you can have access to a world of in-depth analyses, investigative journalism, top opinions and a range of features. Journalism strengthens democracy. Invest in the future today. Thereafter you will be billed R75 per month. You can cancel anytime and if you cancel within 14 days you won't be billed.
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