The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) welcomes President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to remove Minister Sisisi Tolashe from her position as Minister of Social Development. We urge the President to not only exercise his prerogative when it comes to appointing...
Madlanga Commission commended for exposing serious corruption in SAPS
House Chairperson, the Madlanga Commission exposed grave police corruption, and the ACDP commends the Specialised Task Team for concrete action in suspending 18 officers, with prosecutions already underway. It is a disgrace to note that community safety and policing...
Cut red tape and make things easier particularly for small business
Chairperson, the ACDP notes the allocation of R3.12 billion to Small Business Development in the 2026/27 estimates of national expenditure. This is a significant amount but the Portfolio Committee has warned that the SEDFA agency must not hide persisting problems. The...
Water is life and the essence of human dignity
Honourable Chairperson, The ACDP has consistently affirmed that water is not merely a commodity but water is life and the essence of human dignity. Access to clean water is a constitutional right and together with sanitation, improves the self-worth of all individuals...
Biosecurity failures and funding shortfalls threaten South Africa’s food security
House Chairperson, the ACDP underscores the role of the Department of Agriculture as central to food security, rural development, and economic growth. Yet, while the department outlines commitments to farmer support, biosecurity, and market access, the current...
ACDP welcomes dismissal of Social Development Minister, Sisisi Tolashe
The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) welcomes President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to remove Minister Sisisi Tolashe from her position as Minister of Social Development. We urge the President to not only exercise his prerogative when it comes to appointing...