The Costly Culture of Political Speeches: A Call for Fiscal Responsibility...
- Nixau Kealeboga Gift Mogapi
- Apr 2
- 3 min read
In a nation where economic challenges are an everyday reality for many citizens, the extravagant culture surrounding political speeches delivered by our leaders emerges as a glaring example of fiscal irresponsibility. From the State of the Nation Address (SONA) to the State of the Province Address (SOPA) and various speeches by Ministers, Premiers, and Mayors, these events have transformed into costly spectacles that taxpayers are expected to fund. The time has come to critically examine this costly culture and advocate for a more pragmatic approach that prioritizes the needs of the public over political grandeur.
