R6 billion energy budget falls short on affordability and necessary reform

by HAaudibee | May 12, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

Honourable House Chairperson, The ACDP is cognisant that this Budget Vote, of some R6.06 billion, seeks to stabilise supply, accelerate generation capacity, and support energy transition. While these goals are necessary, the ACDP is not convinced that this budget...

ACDP questions arts and sports funding gaps despite R6.3bn budget allocation

by HAaudibee | May 12, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chairperson, The ACDP welcomes the recommendations contained in the budget vote on Sports, Arts and Culture that has been allocated the total expenditure estimate of R6,3 billion, with R507.4 million going to administration, R162 million going to recreation...

Justice Budget must ensure NPA and SIU are sufficiently resourced

by HAaudibee | May 12, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chair, the ACDP participates in this Justice Budget Vote not only mindful of the 30th anniversary of the Constitution but also mindful of the seminal judgement delivered by the Constitutional Court last week. We, as Christians, are acutely aware that the...

Transport systems must be reliable, safe and provide opportunity for all

by HAaudibee | May 12, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

Honourable House Chairperson, the ACDP asserts that transport is not merely about moving people and goods. It’s about dignity and access and economic inclusion. When commuters endure crumbling bridges or unreliable trains, and rural communities remain isolated, we...

Investment in townships and rural infrastructure is an economic multiplier

by HAaudibee | May 8, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chairperson, the ACDP acknowledges that South Africa stands at a crossroads. In our townships and villages, millions of resilient citizens are not asking for handouts, but for opportunity. If we are serious about inclusive growth, we must accelerate support for...

Deepen our democracy by protecting it from manipulation and abuse

by HAaudibee | May 7, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chairperson, the ACDP posits that the Electoral Laws Amendment Bill presents us with an important opportunity to strengthen the integrity of our democratic process. At the heart of any credible democracy lies a simple but powerful principle: elections must be...