Deputy Speaker, the ACDP thanks the Honourable Gana for raising this important topic. Since its inception, the ACDP has vociferously opposed the gambling industry in South Africa. Sadly, our warnings were not heeded and now the gambling crisis has deepened. We have a...
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...
BRRR on International Relations and Cooperation reveals persistent concerns
Oct 28, 2025
Chairperson, South Africa’s International Relations budget reflects strategic ambition but lacks fiscal discipline; Parliament must demand data on measurable impact with ethical consistency and transparency in global engagements. The Portfolio Committee’s Budgetary...
South Africa’s public health system continues to face systemic inefficiencies
Oct 28, 2025
House Chairperson, South Africa’s public health system continues to face systemic inefficiencies; Parliament must demand ethical stewardship, measurable outcomes, and urgent reform in provincial health governance. Chairperson, the Portfolio Committee’s Budgetary...
Several SETAs failed to meet minimum criteria, undermining appointment process
Oct 28, 2025
Honourable House Chairperson, The ACDP asserts that the Portfolio Committee’s report on the appointment process of Chairpersons of the Accounting Authorities of the SETAs, clearly raises serious concerns about procedural integrity and governance standards. After the...
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...
Electoral Commission vital in keeping our democracy fair and functional
Oct 28, 2025
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
Oct 28, 2025
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
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...
Educate employees about hefty tax obligations with two-pot system
Jan 13, 2026
House Chair, the ACDP believes in following the scriptural injunction: “Render unto Caesar what is due unto Caesar, and unto God what is due unto God.” These tax bills are of a highly technical nature and largely seek to enhance compliance. We commend SARS for the...
BRRR: Office of the Chief Justice
Jan 13, 2026
Speaker, there is a crisis in the judiciary due to a critical shortage of judges which leads to alarming backlogs and delays. In Gauteng High Courts, more than 120,000 case numbers are issued every year to be dealt with by 80 or less judges, and this excludes the...
BRRR on Justice and Constitutional Development
Jan 13, 2026
Speaker, the ACDP would like to wish all presiding officers, members and staff, a very happy and blessed New Year. We also congratulate the Matrics on their good results. This year, as we continue to rebuild Parliament, may Parliament be a tree of life; the leaves of...
ACDP congratulates class of 2025 on historic 88% pass rate
Jan 12, 2026
The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) proudly acknowledges the remarkable efforts of all candidates who successfully sat for the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams. We congratulate the class of 2025 for achieving a historic pass rate of 88%, with all...
ACDP questions process of Adv Andy Mothibi NDPP appointment
Jan 7, 2026
The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) welcomes the appointment of Adv Andy Mothibi, the current Head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), to succeed Advocate Shamila Batohi, whose term concludes at the end of January 2026. He has a wealth of institutional...
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