Another element of communication is the form of communication that the government has adopted, called "izimbizo". In fact, I am using that term in its watered-down meaning because, as an Nguni, I am not supposed to use the term "izimbizo" glibly. It is only reserved for the king, but let me use it anyway.
The government has resorted to calling izimbizo, which is good, but what has happened? These izimbizo have turned into political rallies, and they have become very partisan. How do you explain the fact that I'm a Member of Parliament down in Ingwavuma, but when government calls an imbizo, nobody is informed. Why is it that only those who belong to a certain political party will know about that imbizo? [Interjections.] That is wrong; that is unacceptable. You must correct it.
We should also discuss the money that is used to advertise what government does. We mustn't pick and choose. We might not be selective about the newspapers that we are using. [Interjections.] No, no, I mustn't open my ears; I must open my mind. You must also open your mind.
Now, what we are saying, Chairperson, is that whilst we support the right of government to communicate with the people, it must be done correctly, so that we who do not belong to the ruling party don't begrudge you for being the governing party.
What we are saying is that the money that you use is not ANC money, but government money. I, as a South African citizen, must also benefit from the money that is being used. [Applause.]
Chairperson, there is one thing that I want to remark on as far as some of my colleagues are concerned ... [Time expired.] [Applause.]