Steenhuisen under pressure as DA tension deepens

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The DA’s internal storm is far from over. As questions swirl about the shock removal of Dion George as minister of forestry, fisheries and the environment, leader John

Steenhuisen now faces scrutiny over his personal finances. Daily Maverick reporting shows Steenhuisen had a default judgment against him earlier this year for nearly R150,000 in unpaid credit card debt despite earning a ministerial salary of R2.69 million. The timing has raised eyebrows, with critics warning financially stretched politicians may be more vulnerable to lobbying including from powerful hunting groups allegedly angered by George. Phemelo speaks to Daily Maverick journalist Rebecca Davis about the political fallout.

19 Nov 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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