Dear Editor,THERE have been calls for lifestyle audits for the Patriotic Front Members of Parliament, former cabinet ministers and some party officials. The Office of the Auditor General recently issued a circular for lifestyle audits of the PF officials.Before delving into the issue of lifestyle audits, let me shade light on lifestyle audits. In a nutshell, lifestyle is a scenario where someone is held accountable for the wealth he or she acquired. In simpler terms, the person should explain the source of his or her wealth.In the case of the politicians, notably those holding public office, lifestyle audit implies that they should explain how they acquired wealth before assuming public office.As much as people appreciate the lifestyle audits, there is need to audit both the Patriotic Front officials and the United Party for National Development officials unlike what is happening.As it is, it appears like the lifestyle audits are targeting only members of the PF […]
Lifestyle audits should not only target PF
