# The United Civic Society in Action has condemned Trade minister Parks Tau’s decision to grant Ithuba Holdings a 12-month temporary National Lottery licence. This move follows a court ruling deeming such an extension unconstitutional, limiting it to five months. Tau is appealing the decision, citing public interest. However, the Civic Society’s Tebogo Sithathu argues that the minister’s action undermines the rule of law and sets a concerning precedent:
United Civic Society in Action slams minister Tau’s lottery licence decision [SOUND]
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