南非部长捍卫一个代价高昂的国旗纪念碑,引发关于优先事项的辩论。 South Africa's minister defends a costly flag monument, sparking debate over priorities.

南非体育、艺术和文化部长Nathi Mthethwa(Nathi Mthwa)正在比勒陀利亚捍卫一个有争议的2 200万R的国旗纪念碑项目, South Africa's Sports, Arts and Culture Minister, Nathi Mthethwa, is defending a controversial R22 million flag monument project in Pretoria against public outrage and accusations of misplaced priorities. Mthethwa认为纪念碑对于国家遗产和民主至关重要,旨在创造就业机会和吸引游客。 Mthethwa argues the monument is vital for national heritage and democracy, aiming to create jobs and attract tourists. 然而,包括EFF在内的批评者认为支出浪费,并敦促将资金用于为艺术家创造就业机会和体育发展。 However, critics, including the EFF, label the spending wasteful and urge focusing funds on job creation and sports development for artists.