The Democratic Alliance in Matlosana condemns the wasting of taxpayers’ money. The DA’s objections to stop a lavish party in Jouberton was once again overruled by the ANC majority.

The Executive Mayor and the Acting Municipal Manager resolved and submitted an item to Council to host the Executive Mayoral Inauguration on 9 September at the Jouberton stadium for 8000 people.  This will cost the tax payer R1 million.

Contradictory to Treasury MFMA  Circular 82 which states that "excessive and wasteful expenditure has to be reduced" and "restrictions is placed on conferences, catering, entertainment and social functions" the ANC-led council approved this exorbitant and wasteful expenditure.

This circular also warns against financing of social functions by any suppliers or sponsors.  Nevertheless the ANC is awaiting donations from ABSA and ESKOM respectively, stating that information regarding these donations will be revealed at the next council sitting - which will only happen after the planned inauguration.

There is no doubt that the ANC has no intention to ensure that public funds are appropriately utilized or to address economic challenges.

The DA is shocked by ANC remarks that “R1 million is not a lot of money”. We disagree and are convinced it can at least contribute in repairing or replacing much needed service delivery vehicles for a start.

This is just another way of how the ANC fails the people of Matlosana. In an area where poverty and unemployment are huge challenges, luxuries like this party is a disgrace to the people of the area.

Issued by DA North West