The devastating fire that totally destroyed Brazil’s National Museum in Rio should be a stark warning to the curators of our own world-class museums and libraries to make sure that their buildings have the best fire prevention systems in place. Unfortunately, arts and culture, unlike well-funded sports, have a very lowly status in our government’s perception and their annual grants are pitiful. We need the DA to urgently point this out in parliament before we too suffer the consequences of procrastination. Andrew Newall Three Anchor Bay
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.