Madlanga Commission commended for exposing serious corruption in SAPS

by HAaudibee | May 19, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chairperson, the Madlanga Commission exposed grave police corruption, and the ACDP commends the Specialised Task Team for concrete action in suspending 18 officers, with prosecutions already underway. It is a disgrace to note that community safety and policing...

Cut red tape and make things easier particularly for small business

by HAaudibee | May 19, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

Chairperson, the ACDP notes the allocation of R3.12 billion to Small Business Development in the 2026/27 estimates of national expenditure. This is a significant amount but the Portfolio Committee has warned that the SEDFA agency must not hide persisting problems. The...

Water is life and the essence of human dignity

by HAaudibee | May 15, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

Honourable Chairperson, The ACDP has consistently affirmed that water is not merely a commodity but water is life and the essence of human dignity. Access to clean water is a constitutional right and together with sanitation, improves the self-worth of all individuals...

Biosecurity failures and funding shortfalls threaten South Africa’s food security

by HAaudibee | May 15, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026, Uncategorized

House Chairperson, the ACDP underscores the role of the Department of Agriculture as central to food security, rural development, and economic growth. Yet, while the department outlines commitments to farmer support, biosecurity, and market access, the current...

Informed decision-making requires a well-resourced, secure and modernised Stats SA

by HAaudibee | May 13, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chairperson, the ACDP welcomes the opportunity to engage on Budget Vote 14 for Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), a department that lies at the heart of evidence-based governance, economic planning, and democratic accountability. The ACDP acknowledges that...

Public Works must deliver jobs and infrastructure, not corruption and neglect

by HAaudibee | May 13, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chairperson, the ACDP welcomes the opportunity to engage on the Public Works and Infrastructure Budget Vote, recognising this Department, as central to economic growth, job creation, and the stewardship of the state’s vast immovable assets. The ACDP posits that...