Even as controversy swirls about the theft of money from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s game farm, 26 animals were sold for some R6.8 million at an auction on Saturday. | Fin24
Ramaphosa in June was accused by South Africa’s former spy chief Arthur Fraser of covering up the theft in 2020 of foreign exchange from the sale of animals at the
farm. The money was said to be hidden inside furniture at the ranch, about two hours north of the capital, Pretoria. "It has been important that I should give space, stand back and allow the various agencies to deal with these matters as thoroughly as I believe they are doing," Ramaphosa said in an "While there are clearly individuals and organizations that seek some mileage out of this issue, the most appropriate response from my side is for the law to take its course.
Phala Phala’s biggest single sale on Saturday was of a buffalo bull, given the name of Pink 37, which fetched 1.8 million rand. In total, nine buffaloes were sold, according to the auction house . Other animals sold included four rare Ankole cattle as well as impala, sable, roan and one Golden Oryx.In times of uncertainty you need journalism you can trust. For 14 free days, you can have access to a world of in-depth analyses, investigative journalism, top opinions and a range of features. Journalism strengthens democracy. Invest in the future today. Thereafter you will be billed R75 per month. You can cancel anytime and if you cancel within 14 days you won't be billed.
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