South African Parliament has sharply criticised Gayton McKenzie and his department for a lack of transparency regarding their R31-million expenditure at the FIFA World Cup. Lawmakers are demanding a comprehensive breakdown of how the funds were allocated, citing concerns over accountability. McKenzie, however, is defending the spending, arguing it was necessary and dismissing criticism related to athlete funding. This comes amid ongoing debate about the appropriateness of government spending on the international sporting event. The department’s failure to provide detailed records has fueled accusations of potential mismanagement. McKenzie maintains his department acted responsibly and is prepared to answer further questions, but has yet to release the requested documentation. The situation highlights a growing tension between the executive branch and Parliament over financial oversight.