Electoral Commission vital in keeping our democracy fair and functional

House Chairperson, We all know how important the Electoral Commission is in keeping our democracy fair and functional. That’s why the process of filling these three vacancies matters so much. It cannot be just about ticking boxes; it’s about protecting public trust....

The ACDP commits to fighting the spread of tuberculosis

Deputy Speaker, The ACDP notes that South Africa's TB response reflects collaboration between the Department of Health, the National Institute for Communicable Diseases, and the National Health Laboratory Service, aiming to reduce TB incidence and mortality by 2035,...

ACDP supports nomination to Equality Review Committee

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!

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...

Water is not just a commodity; it is a Constitutional right

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...

ACDP calls for the professionalisation of the municipal workforce

ACDP calls for the professionalisation of the municipal workforce

Honourable House Chairperson, The ACDP notes the Report of the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs on the performance of the Department for the 2024/25 financial year. The Auditor-General laments that of the 257 municipalities across...

BRR Report on Transport

BRR Report on Transport

House Chair, the ACDP in noting this Report of the Portfolio Committee on Transport on the Department’s performance for the 2024/25 financial year, acknowledges progress in certain infrastructure projects. However, simultaneously, the Committee records serious...

BRR Report on Science, Technology and Innovation

BRR Report on Science, Technology and Innovation

Honourable House Chairperson, The ACDP notes the Report of the Portfolio Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation on the performance of the Department for the 2024/25 financial year. We acknowledge the Department’s progress in expanding research infrastructure...

BRR Report on Defence and Military Veterans

BRR Report on Defence and Military Veterans

House Chair, the ACDP has taken note of the reports which paint a dismal picture. The South African National Defence Force’s (SANDF) operational condition is now at critical levels with the Auditor-General saying “the serviceability of prime mission equipment remains...