The ACDP understands the necessity to build an efficient, capable, and ethical state that is free of corruption and committed to improving citizens’ lives. Whilst there are hundreds of thousands of loyal, honest and hardworking public servants, there are still...
Reinforce electoral integrity to reflect justice, transparency, and participatory democracy
Oct 28, 2025
Honourable Deputy Speaker, This report on the 2024 elections underscores both operational strengths and systemic vulnerabilities in South Africa’s electoral architecture. The ACDP agrees with the Portfolio Committee’s recommendations in their review of digital...
ACDP supports nomination to Equality Review Committee
Oct 23, 2025
Madam Deputy Speaker The ACDP will support this report. The role of the Equality Review Committee is to advise the Minister on the operation of the Equality Act. It must submit regular reports to the Minister on the Act and make recommendations on any necessary...
Decent work is not a slogan, it is a Constitutional imperative!
Sep 19, 2025
Honourable House Chairperson, The ACDP notes that while some progress has been made in meeting strategic objectives of this Department, persistent inefficiencies and missed targets remain a concern. The Department of Employment and Labour reported achieving 72% of its...
Unlocking the full potential of women and youth requires a whole-of-government approach
Sep 19, 2025
The ACDP welcomes the P20’s focus on fostering inclusive and sustainable futures through global cooperation. We affirm the urgent need to ensure an equitable participation of women and youth in development, both as beneficiaries and as architects of change. South...
ACDP calls for the restoration of kindness and compassion this Heritage Day
Sep 18, 2025
Deputy Speaker, We begin our contribution today by mourning the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a courageous Christian voice silenced while preaching truth on a university campus. Even in death, his witness has brought the gospel to millions across the world, including...
Water is not just a commodity; it is a Constitutional right
Sep 18, 2025
House Chairperson, The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) welcomes the tabling of the National Water Resources Infrastructure Agency SOC Limited Amendment Bill [B13–2025], which seeks to strengthen governance and financial accountability in South Africa’s...
DSAC must prioritise grassroots development, youth engagement, and cultural preservation
Sep 16, 2025
Honourable House Chairperson, The African Christian Democratic Party notes that while this Department has demonstrated incremental improvements in performance, achieving 91% of its APP targets in 2023/24, we remain concerned by persistent inefficiencies, underutilised...
Persistent structural inefficiencies and underperformance in DTIC is concerning
Sep 16, 2025
Honourable House Chairperson, While the APP of DTIC reflects commendable intent to align departmental priorities with the evolving policy landscape of the seventh administration, the ACDP remains concerned by persistent structural inefficiencies and underperformance...
Transparent process in filling vacancies on MDDA Board welcomed
Sep 16, 2025
Hon. Deputy Speaker, The ACDP notes and understands that the MDDA is a statutory development agency, established in 2003 as a partnership between the South African Government and the commercial print and broadcasting sectors. Its mandate is to help create an enabling...
The Immigration AB should be a moral recalibration of immigration ethos
Sep 11, 2025
Speaker, The African Christian Democratic Party welcomes the Portfolio Committee’s Report on the Immigration Amendment Bill tabled on the 22nd of July, 2025. Yet, we remain vigilant in our scrutiny of its constitutional, ethical and practical implications. This bill...
Correctional funds are not scarce: just consumed by corruption, not correction
Sep 11, 2025
Honourable House Chairperson, Speaker, the ACDP notes with grave concern the findings of the Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services following oversight visits to KwaZulu-Natal and Pollsmoor Correctional Centre. These reports expose systemic neglect,...
ACDP calls for continuous lifestyle audits for all public servants
Oct 28, 2025
The ACDP understands the necessity to build an efficient, capable, and ethical state that is free of corruption and committed to improving citizens’ lives. Whilst there are hundreds of thousands of loyal, honest and hardworking public servants, there are still...
Reinforce electoral integrity to reflect justice, transparency, and participatory democracy
Oct 28, 2025
Honourable Deputy Speaker, This report on the 2024 elections underscores both operational strengths and systemic vulnerabilities in South Africa’s electoral architecture. The ACDP agrees with the Portfolio Committee’s recommendations in their review of digital...
ACDP meets with the CRL Rights Commission
Oct 27, 2025
In response to a letter sent to the CRL Rights Commission (CRL) on 25 September 2025, around the ACDP concerns regarding reports of attempts by the CRL Rights Commission to regulate the church, we were invited to a meeting with the Commission. A delegation of the ACDP...
ACDP supports nomination to Equality Review Committee
Oct 23, 2025
Madam Deputy Speaker The ACDP will support this report. The role of the Equality Review Committee is to advise the Minister on the operation of the Equality Act. It must submit regular reports to the Minister on the Act and make recommendations on any necessary...
ACDP wishes 2025 Matric class well with their exams
Oct 21, 2025
The African Christian Democratic Party wishes all the Matric students success with their examinations scheduled to start today, the 21st of October 2025. We would like to remind all the candidates about this hard earned opportunity and that they use it to the best of...
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