(1). With reference to his reply to question 2477 on 29 June 2023 (a) what the full details of the contracted event providers are, (b) on what date were they contracted and (c) how contractors were contracted.
(2). whether his department will furnish Mr. TW Mhlongo with proof that the 48 event providers were contacted and that bids were submitted; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details.
(3). What (a) number of event contracts out of the 48 appointed companies have benefited and (b) the value of each contract since 1 January 2021 up to the latest specified date for which information is available?