Department officials presented information previously provided to parliament, with McKenzie and officials saying a detailed expenditure report was yet to be finalised. South Africa demands answers,” Potgieter said on Tuesday evening. The speaker justified the trip as an effort to “deepen diplomatic relations between Venezuela and South Africa”, noting that South Africa was a guest of honour at the International Tourism Fair Venezuela, where Brand South Africa had an exhibition. But Msimanga questioned the necessity of the delegation’s presence, pointing out that Brand South Africa already represented the country. R7.8m on 14 officials and R10m on fan engagementIn parliament, McKenzie confirmed at least R30.9 million had been spent on the trip.