In meetings that were held by the Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy, with the Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA) and the Board of Eskom, Wayne Thring, MP, representing the African Christian Democratic Party on the Portfolio Committee, stated that the...

Escalating crisis in Goma threatening well-being of our troops deeply concerning
Jan 28, 2025
The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) is deeply concerned about the life-threatening situation facing South African troops in the DRC after 13 fall in battle with many more being wounded. We are deeply concerned about the life-threatening situation facing...
ACDP congratulates Matric Class of 2024
Jan 14, 2025
The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) proudly acknowledges the remarkable efforts of all candidates who successfully sat for the 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams. They have made their families, teachers, and communities extremely proud. The ACDP...
In Loving Memory: Olga Meshoe Washington
Jan 7, 2025
The leadership and members of the African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) are extremely saddened and broken at the passing of Olga Meshoe Washington, the daughter of the President of the ACDP, Rev. Dr. Kenneth Meshoe and the late Dr. Lydia Meshoe. After a short...
Full implementation of the BELA Act deeply concerning
Dec 23, 2024
The ACDP notes with deep concern that, despite widespread objections from various political parties and organisations, President Ramaphosa announced his intention last Friday to fully implement the controversial Basic Education Laws Amendment Act (BELA Act). This...
Until department pulls up it’s socks, water security just a pipe dream
Nov 12, 2024
Honourable House Chairperson, As we consider the statement of the Minister, it is the view of the ACDP that the water security of our nation, is threatened not only by drought, but more importantly, by the efficient storing, distribution and utilisation thereof. The...
ACDP expectations ahead of Medium Term Budget Policy Statement
Oct 29, 2024
The only long-term solution to government’s debt spiral is a rejuvenated, growing economy, premised upon stabile energy provision and a vastly improved logistics network.
ACDP sends condolences to the Buthelezi family on the passing of Princess Angela Buthelezi
Oct 24, 2024
Princess Ntando Nkeiruka, the Buthelezi family and the IFP are in our thoughts and prayers. May they find comfort, healing and strength in this sad time of loss.
ACDP remembers former Reserve Bank Governor and Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni
Oct 13, 2024
Mr Mboweni played an extremely crucial role in steering our country’s economy in the right direction during some very challenging economic circumstances.
Remarks by Minister in the Presidency disappointing
Oct 11, 2024
It is unreasonable for Minister Ntshavheni to expect consumers, including children who purchase from these spaza shops, to perform duties for which the government should be responsible. Moreover, it is not the duty of citizens to verify that the food they purchase or consume is prepared in a facility that adheres to health and safety standards.
ACDP notes the signing of the BELA Bill by President Ramaphosa
Sep 13, 2024
The ACDP was at the forefront of opposition to the BELA Bill in the Basic Education Portfolio Committee during the Sixth Parliament, where former ACDP MP, Marie Sukers, robustly contested provisions which impacted on homeschooling and learner pregnancy, the closing of rural schools, criminalising parents, and limiting the powers of school governing bodies.
ACDP saddened by the passing of former SARS Commissioner and Minister, Pravin Gordhan
Sep 13, 2024
Mr Gordhan was one of the few persons who stood boldly to expose and fight back against State Capture. Several unsuccessful attempts were made to discredit him and taint his public image, but this cannot, and will not, diminish the character of a principled man many have come to know.


AFCFTA Protocol on Women and Youth in Trade offers protection and opportunities
Jul 22, 2025
House Chairperson, The ACDP believes that this AfCFTA Protocol on women and youth in trade, offers protections and opportunities. Simultaneously, bureaucratic inefficiencies, lack of trust in governments and logistical barriers must be overcome. A UN report on youth...

Sports offers a lifeline for many of our unemployed
Jul 15, 2025
House Chairperson, I firstly want to congratulate Banyana Banyana for beating convincingly beating Mali 4-0. And I want to concur with my colleague who said that Banyana Banyana has to be treated the same as Bafana Bafana are because if we compare the two, Banyana...

ACDP affirms the constitutional imperative to care for the most vulnerable in our society
Jul 10, 2025
House Chairperson, Before I come to my speech, let me address myself to Mme Tolashe. I saw over the news today the heartbreaking situation that mothers and children — those who were victims of the floods in Durban have been thrown out of Bayside Hotel. They spent the...

The ACDP believes government’s National Health Insurance is seriously problematic
Jul 9, 2025
House Chairperson, The ACDP rises today with both gratitude and grave concern. We acknowledge the R277 billion allocated to health this year, with projections rising to R329 billion by 2027/28. Yet, we must ask: will this funding translate into real, measurable,...

Investigate allegations of police corruption with integrity and impartially
Jul 8, 2025
The African Christian Democratic Party is very concerned about the outlook of South Africa's future if corruption is not rooted out of the South African Police Service, particularly the division of Crime Intelligence. For our nation to have foreign criminals...
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