# R30 Million World Cup Spending Breakdown | Johannesburg News

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Published: 2026-07-16T13:16:35+00:00
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R30 million spent on 2026 FIFA World Cup prep — but where did it go? Almost R8 million vanished on official travel for Minister McKenzie, his team, and staff — including hotels, flights, and daily expenses — with some costs still tangled. The department’s promising a granular, person-by-person breakdown soon to separate state, sponsor, and partner funding. Critics demand full transparency as opposition parties grill the minister in Parliament. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0b6e469efeef2537

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