ACDP expectations ahead of Budget Speech

The ACDP believes that there is great potential for accelerated economic growth and job creation following the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU), progress on structural reforms in the electricity and logistics sectors, and renewed optimism in the...

ACDP responds to Eskom tariff increases and AGSA report

In meetings that were held by the Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy, with the Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA) and the Board of Eskom, Wayne Thring, MP, representing the African Christian Democratic Party on the Portfolio Committee, stated that the...

ACDP congratulates Matric Class of 2024

The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) proudly acknowledges the remarkable efforts of all candidates who successfully sat for the 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams. They have made their families, teachers, and communities extremely proud. The ACDP...

In Loving Memory: Olga Meshoe Washington

The leadership and members of the African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) are extremely saddened and broken at the passing of Olga Meshoe Washington, the daughter of the President of the ACDP, Rev. Dr. Kenneth Meshoe and the late Dr. Lydia Meshoe. After a short...

Full implementation of the BELA Act deeply concerning

The ACDP notes with deep concern that, despite widespread objections from various political parties and organisations, President Ramaphosa announced his intention last Friday to fully implement the controversial Basic Education Laws Amendment Act (BELA Act). This...

Remarks by Minister in the Presidency disappointing

It is unreasonable for Minister Ntshavheni to expect consumers, including children who purchase from these spaza shops, to perform duties for which the government should be responsible. Moreover, it is not the duty of citizens to verify that the food they purchase or consume is prepared in a facility that adheres to health and safety standards.

ACDP notes the signing of the BELA Bill by President Ramaphosa

The ACDP was at the forefront of opposition to the BELA Bill in the Basic Education Portfolio Committee during the Sixth Parliament, where former ACDP MP, Marie Sukers, robustly contested provisions which impacted on homeschooling and learner pregnancy, the closing of rural schools, criminalising parents, and limiting the powers of school governing bodies.

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...