Mashatile’s office says the deputy president is being accused of guilt by association in light of reports that businessmen who do business with the state are propping up his lifestyle including the use of their luxury homes.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has denied any wrongdoing in his association with “questionable” businessmen who are allegedly supporting his expensive lifestyle.
“For the record, the deputy president has throughout his life as an activist and public representative met many people from different walks of life, including the individuals mentioned by News24,” said Mashatile’s office on Wednesday. It said Mashatile has never awarded, influenced or in any way caused any state or public sector contract to be awarded to the individuals and companies mentioned in the article. Nor does he have ownership or permanent use of any properties bought by these individuals and companies.
The deputy president would like to assure the nation that he is committed to his oath of office and the principles of the constitution of the Republic of South AfricaIt quoted companions and sources saying Mashatile almost never pays for anything directly out of his own pocket.
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