# The MK Party has welcomed a court decision rejecting the National Lotteries Commission’s attempt to extend the temporary lottery licence. The party says the ruling confirms the licensing process was flawed, with unlawful preferential treatment of Ithuba. From Sunday, lottery operations will halt, causing revenue and grant losses. Spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela blames political patronage and institutional capture for the shutdown:
MK Party welcomes court ruling on lottery license [SOUND]
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