South Africa’s forests are crucial for the delivery of building a capable state that serves the people.

Our agricultural land is a scarce commodity. It must be protected and wisely managed because we need to eat ‘real food’, from the ground.

The ACDP supports restorative justice programmes where an inmate is not a danger to society. We believe this contributes to their rehabilitation and will reduce recidivism.

The Executive of IPID cannot and should not be appointed, dismissed or disciplined by the Minister of Police.

Parliament’s R200 million budget reduction announced in the MTBPS will, undoubtedly, have a negative impact on its core business.

During our public hearings and interaction with the business sector, appeals were made to assist in the ease of doing business, to create an environment conducive for business and to reduce the burden of compliance.

It is estimated, however, that Transnet’s collapse is costing the country R1 billion a day in lost economic output and billions of Rands more in potential investment.

The ACDP is relieved to see the truce between Israel and Hamas that invaded their country and kidnapped more than 200 Israelis and some foreign nationals as hostages. We welcome the release of some of the hostages including South Africans.

A decision to break off diplomatic ties with Israel is unprecedented and it will make it very difficult to visit the Holy Land.

In 2013, BRICS accounted for around 27% of global GDP in purchasing power. Currently, BRICS accounts for 32% of global trade, surpassing the G7

Without Israel, we risk diplomatic tensions that can hinder communication channels for addressing regional issues and ending business collaborations that would reduce economic opportunities, trade, investments, and job creation.

Journalists have played a key role in exposing state capture and corruption in the country.