The ACDP believes that there is great potential for accelerated economic growth and job creation following the formation of the government of national unity (GNU), progress on structural reforms in the electricity and logistics sectors, and renewed optimism in the...
ACDP statement on release of bodies of deceased Israeli hostages
Feb 21, 2025
The ACDP joins the international community, the global Jewish community and the State of Israel in mourning the deaths of hostages Oded Lifshitz, Shiri Bibas, and her nine-month-old baby, Kfir Bibas, and four-year old brother, Ariel, whose bodies were returned...
ACDP expectations ahead of Budget Speech
Feb 18, 2025
The ACDP believes that there is great potential for accelerated economic growth and job creation following the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU), progress on structural reforms in the electricity and logistics sectors, and renewed optimism in the...
ACDP responds to Eskom tariff increases and AGSA report
Jan 31, 2025
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.
ACDP calls for immediate strengthening of whistleblower protection
Mar 6, 2026
House Chairperson, The urgent need for enhanced protection measures for whistleblowers and witnesses—not only in high‑profile cases—cannot be overstated. South Africa witnesses a deeply troubling pattern of intimidation, harassment, and assassinations against those...
Bullying is a moral crisis that undermines the dignity of our learners
Mar 5, 2026
Honourable Speaker, The African Christian Democratic Party welcomes the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education's swift intervention and reporting on the bullying incident of the 16th of October 2025 at the Milnerton High School. The video footage widely circulated on...
ACDP President pays tribute to the late COPE President, Mosiuoa Lekota
Mar 4, 2026
The late Ntate Mosiuoa Lekota was born in Kroonstad in the Free State. In the 70’s he studied at the University of the North, known as Turfloop today. It is well known that he was expelled from Turfloop because of his involvement in politics. His nickname, ‘Terror’,...
Celebrating our mother languages strengthens democracy
Mar 3, 2026
Honourable Deputy Speaker, International Mother Language Day, reminds us that language is more than a tool of communication — the ACDP asserts that it is the heartbeat of identity, the carrier of memory, and the foundation of dignity. For South Africans, this day...
ACDP says NO to state regulation of the Church!
Mar 3, 2026
Madam Speaker, Chapter 9 of the South African Constitution calls for the establishment of six State institutions designed to strengthen constitutional democracy. One of these is the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and...
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