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In recent revelation
s, the Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture (DSAC) stands accused of deliberate discrimination against the South African Roadies Association (SARA), casting a shadow on its commitment to equitable treatment within the arts and culture sector. The allegations, supported by evidence, highlight a troubling pattern of disregard for SARA’s initiatives and a failure to uphold transparency and accountability before Parliament.
The crux of the matter lies in the DSAC’s apparent sabotage of funding earmarked for SARA’s projects. Despite SARA’s efforts to advance crucial programs like the Backstage Academy SA Project, the DSAC purportedly misled Parliament with claims of nonexistent initiatives, casting doubt on its integrity and commitment to supporting grassroots efforts within the industry.
