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SOWETAN | Ministers must also foot their bills
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We believe this decision is egregious in the face of the current problems faced by all South Africans, especially as it relates to the cost of services and living.

The furore about ministers and their deputies being fully exempt from paying for electricity and water at their official residences keeps getting worse by the day.

On Tuesday, government spokesperson Pumla Williams defended the shameful and tone-deaf move, saying the provision is “part of the package” for members who are living in state-owned houses in service of the country...If you have already registered or subscribed, please sign in to continue.

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