Dispute Over Responsibilities Regarding Lampradjies
April 22, 2025
There is a dispute regarding the responsibilities for the regulations on the Lampradjies. The Justice Minister stated that it is not the right time to assign blame, while the Parliament and the Union of Municipalities argued they are not responsible for criminal behaviors. Most stakeholders pointed to the lack of proper preparation and time to implement the new regulations. The legal committee requested consultation on the bill, but disagreements complicated the situation.