Transparency is key in keeping public informed about work of government

by HAaudibee | Jul 12, 2024 | Speeches, Speeches 2024

Honourable House Chairperson, As we consider this budget vote from GCIS, the ACDP is aware of the R802 million (R802 785 000) available for the 2024/5 financial year to be distributed over three programmes. This Department must navigate the cacophony of ideas,...

Finalise policy on judicial governments and court administration

by HAaudibee | Jul 11, 2024 | Speeches, Speeches 2024

Chairperson, May we, on behalf of the ACDP, firstly congratulate you, honourable Minister and Deputy Minister on your appointment and we look forward to working with you to improve the state of justice in our nation. We know that the Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ)...

Pandemic Treaty and International Health Regulations amendments must still be ratified

by HAaudibee | Jul 11, 2024 | Speeches, Speeches 2024

Chairperson, The point made by the honourable Reverend from MK is accurate and laudable and we need to hold the Executive accountable, particularly for the hardships and suffering of our people — sick people that are waiting in queues for care and that are dying. This...

SA’s Just Energy Transition must include coal in the energy mix

by HAaudibee | Jul 11, 2024 | Speeches, Speeches 2024

The ACDP notes the budget decrease in 2023/24 to R8.8 billion in this current financial year. The budget increase in the Policy Development Management sub-programme of over 110% is to promote and encourage investment in the mining and energy industry. In this regard,...

DIRCO should not adopt a hypocritical foreign policy position

by HAaudibee | Jul 11, 2024 | Speeches, Speeches 2024

Honourable Chairperson, The ACDP believes that the importance of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, with a reduced budget allocation of R6.5 billion for the 2024/25 financial year, cannot be underscored. We note that in terms of the mandate of...