So Swaziland King Mswati III is making headlines this week, because he just increased his personal budget, even though most of his citizens live in abject poverty. Face2Face Africa reports: For the new budget of the king, whose personal fortune is estimated at around $200 million (R2 billion), he makes provisions for his salary, his mother’s upkeep, and royal aides. This also includes provisions for construction work on his palaces that will cost the taxpayer about $12,6 million (R129 million). The royal budget is not debated in parliament, though, as discussions about it would be seen as challenging Africa’s last absolute monarch. Adding to the lack of transparency, audits of the budget are only presented to the king himself and the Royal Board of Trustees chaired by the Minister of Finance. What do you think should be done with this king?
Posted on: Thu, 15 May 2014 20:26:10 +0000
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