Monday, July 7, 2025

Government Confirms That Ministers Are Above The Law

This time last week, we told you all about how the VIP protection unit had racked up massive speeding fines well in excess of R100 000. Public reaction wasn’t exactly favourable, and the waiver of the penalties was questioned by a lot of people. Government took the opportunity on Sunday to clarify the legal position.

Ministers Rack Up Huge Speeding Fines

In another spectacular use of state funds, Eye Witness News is reporting that Mineral Resources Minister Susan Shabangu has amassed almost R65,000 in traffic fines since April 2009.