Democratic Alliance (DA) and ActionSA are calling for answers regarding Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie’s estimated spending of about R31 million on preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The DA has intensified its scrutiny after McKenzie reportedly revealed or confirmed the figure for the department’s World Cup-related costs, while ActionSA has joined the questioning, citing the reported amount of R30.95 million. All parties are seeking clarification on how the funds are allocated, including what the money is used for and how the expenditure is accounted for within the department’s World Cup plans. The reported estimates are being treated as a matter for public transparency and oversight, with opposition parties using the figure to press for further explanation from the minister and his department. The current reports focus on the political challenge to the stated amount rather than providing details of procurement processes or any confirmed final spending totals, and they indicate continued scrutiny as questions remain unanswered.