Before he began his pre-written speech Minister of Sport Gayton McKenzie wanted to address his departments expenditure at the Paris Olympics in which over R800,000 was spent.
Defiant Gayton McKenzie hits back over Paris Olympic costs: ‘Don’t compare me to Mama Joy , I’m not a super fan’
“I had six meetings I had to attend now before the opening ceremony. The rugby already started for those that don't know. So I went to go and watch the Sevens rugby,” said McKenzie. “I'm probably the only minister in the world of sport that was not at the Olympics. Now, where do you get the joyride thing from?Clearly angered by the accusations, McKenzie said it was his job to watch sport.
As for the money spent on ground transport, McKenzie dodged explaining the huge amount his department spent.“Now it's being acted like I'm sitting behind the computer and going to the different airlines… wish things.
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