From spending eight years in jail to changing into the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie has a troubled-yet-fascinating previous.

The ex-convict turned politician has been a minister for almost 4 months and hasn’t shied away from making large statements. His newest was in response to an outbreak of meals poisoning: “These shops should be closed and owners arrested to be deported,” McKenzie wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

Sports-wise, he’s made a protracted listing of guarantees, corresponding to internet hosting Africa’s first UFC struggle, showcasing Springbok video games on SABC and bringing Formula One again to South Africa.

This all sounds nice, however can it’s performed? Many consider it is going to be a string of empty guarantees.

Statements made

Only 4 months into his new political tenure, McKenzie has made a myriad of daring statements, which, in the event that they materialise, will delight the general public, who’re used to politicians making false claims.

Gayton McKenzie’s guarantees: Formula One

In a dialog with motorsport character LalliesF1, McKenzie said: “I can inform you this, F1 is unquestionably coming [to South Africa].

“F1 told us they’re keen to come, they told us what they’ll need to come and we are going to give them what they need to come.”

The minister of sports activities believes it is going to be a “failure” if he doesn’t get this over the road.

UFC in South Africa

McKenzie is adamant about Dricus du Plessis’ title-defending struggle being on South African soil, saying, “We have silently worked on it and we are very close to an official announcement. We have some things to do and fix, but the fight is happening in SA.”

When requested about the place the struggle would happen, he mentioned, “There’s still a big fight at the moment. Is it Cape Town or is it Joburg? That decision has not been taken.”

Rumours are circulating that Cape Town is a favorite to host the struggle; and, if accepted, may contain a brief R30 million roof over the City’s DHL Stadium.

Track and area could get a lift

“The ministry has joined forces with TremendousSport, Athletics SA, South African Schools Athletics and the Department of Basic Education in launching an thrilling Track+Field Schools Athletics Series, beginning in January subsequent 12 months.

“The faculties’ athletics sequence can be open to all excessive faculties all through the nation and the target can be to crown the highest athletics highschool within the nation.

“The DStv Schools Netball Challenge for all under-19 high school teams is in its fourth year already and is aimed at inspiring the next generation of South Africa’s netball stars while also contributing towards increasing inter-school competitions,” McKenzie reported.

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