Sports, Arts, and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie shared another reason for donating his ministerial salary.
Sports, Arts, and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has demonstrated his dedication to South Africa through actions that transcend financial incentives. On Wednesday afternoon, McKenzie shared another reason for his decision to forego a ministerial salary during the Nelson Mandela Memorial Lecture and Dialogue at Freedom Park Heritage Site and Museum in Pretoria.During his speech, McKenzie emphasised his deep sense of gratitude and commitment to serving South Africa.
He urged attendees to rekindle the spirit of Mandela within themselves, highlighting the importance of staying true to the values that Mandela embodied. Instead, these funds will support the foundation’s crucial work. McKenzie’s salary as an ordinary member of parliament would have been R1.27 million.McKenzie’s message extends beyond his personal sacrifice. He aims to inspire others to contribute to the greater good. “One hundred percent of my salary I’m giving to the Joshlin Smith Foundation for missing children for the duration of my stay in Parliament. I’m not here for money; I’m here to change the lives of our people,” he reiterated.
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