Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi Says He’s Studying Hi-Tech Streetlights in Europe, Mzansi Rubbishes Claims
- Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi is in Europe studying hi-tech streetlights he plans to introduce in Mzansi
- His trip abroad has been marred by controversy, with some citizens saying he’s vacationing on taxpayers’ money
- Despite the online claims, Lesufi and Finnish minister Ville Skinnari signed a letter of intent during the trip
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FINLAND - Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi claimed he is visiting Europe to study state-of-the-art technology with the intention of introducing it to South Africa.
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Lesufi annoyed many social media users after claiming he is abroad to search for the “best technology” to serve citizens better. Along with a video of a hi-tech streetlight, Lesufi shared a post saying the future is here.
In his Twitter post, the Gauteng premier said South Africans should say goodbye to old light poles. He said:
“A 5G new streetlight pole with high tech CCTVs, drone decking station, air quality control, loudspeakers for emergency evacuation, e-panic button and electric car charging station. The future is here, touch it!”
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While many are not buying Lesufi’sclaims, TimesLIVE reported that he and Finnish Minister of Development Co-Operation and Foreign Trade Ville Skinnari signed a letter of intent during the trip. The premier said the future will move ahead if South Africa does not start preparing.
Lesufi also claimed that his visit was to study crime-fighting mechanisms. In his state of the province address, the premier said all resources should be used to tackle crime.
Mzansi annoyed by Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s claims
Mpho Motaung said:
“The best technology is made right here at home. The man is on holiday.”
Thandiswa Mathabela commented:
“Spend more money trying to fight crime is just one-half of actually solving crime itself. Try wealth distribution.”
Lucile Van de Wiele posted:
“He just went on a paid-by-taxpayers holiday!! Nothing else. Those kleptocratic ANC really take people for fools!”
Neo Dino wrote:
“Why him? Couldn't they send a technical person who is going to work with those hi-tech streetlights?”
Angela Brinkley added:
“He is there on a free holiday and not to improve our lives.”
EFF Julius Malema and former ANC chief whip Tony Yengeni spotted vacationing together
Briefly News also reported that EFF leader Julius Malema and former ANC chief whip Tony Yengeni were spotted living it up.
The pair shared pictures on their social media accounts where they’re living the soft life on a boat while having drinks.
On Twitter, Malema posted:
“When you and your Mkhuluwa (older brother) Tony Yengeni mind your own water.”
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