# The Presidency says the total cost of the National Dialogue budget will be developed once the structure and form of the community dialogues are finalised. Many have criticised the reported 700-million-rand price tag for the event. The Presidency states that the University of South Africa will host the first national convention and provide associated goods and services at no charge. Money would be allocated from the budgets of NEDLAC and the Presidency to cover the remaining costs. It adds that public funds will be strictly monitored.
Presidency responds to concerns about the cost of the National Dialogue