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...
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...
Honourable House Chairperson, As we consider the statement of the Minister, it is the view of the ACDP that the water security of our nation, is threatened not only by drought, but more importantly, by the efficient storing, distribution and utilisation thereof. The...
It was clear from February’s Budget that National Treasury was facing huge fiscal pressures given lower than expected economic growth and lower revenue collection resulting in the imposition of cost-cutting measures. This was necessary to reign in spiralling...
Princess Ntando Nkeiruka, the Buthelezi family and the IFP are in our thoughts and prayers. May they find comfort, healing and strength in this sad time of loss.
Mr Mboweni played an extremely crucial role in steering our country’s economy in the right direction during some very challenging economic circumstances.
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.
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.
Mr Gordhan was one of the few persons who stood boldly to expose and fight back against State Capture. Several unsuccessful attempts were made to discredit him and taint his public image, but this cannot, and will not, diminish the character of a principled man many have come to know.
Chairperson, the ACDP believes that it is the primary duty of the state to protect its citizens from crime and violence, yet it is failing dismally in this regard. According to former police minister Cele, 223,632 murders were committed in a decade in South Africa...
Honourable House Chairperson, The ACDP notes that with a final appropriation of some R743 million, this Department’s Revised Strategic Plan for the medium-term, is “To empower South Africans through communication excellence.” With that said, neither the Department,...
There can be no doubt that the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, is one of the most important government departments, as the custodian of the state’s immovable assets, responsible for the building and maintenance of these public assets, from which all...
Honourable House Chairperson, When reflecting on our journey to end gender-based violence, the ACDP finds little cause for celebration, particularly when we look at the realities our women and children face. We have established comprehensive legal frameworks, such as...
Honourable House Chairperson, the ACDP understands that the purpose of these review reports is to focus on service delivery performance, the effectiveness and efficiency of resource use, and forward allocation of resources. With 100 days of ‘no load shedding’ behind...
Chairperson, The ACDP has taken note of the report of the Committee on local government and traditional affairs. Local government is instrumental in providing communities with essential services such as clean water, proper sanitation, reliable electricity, effective...
The ACDP is extremely concerned about the limited to no availability of South African Air Force (SAAF) aircraft for search and rescue (SAR) operations. This the South African Search and Rescue (SASAR) organisation has said “is a huge challenge” in its latest annual...
The ACDP is cognisant of the critical issue of ongoing fraud and corruption within the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). The salient word here is “ongoing”. It is two years since the former Minister, Zulu, revealed that over half a billion rand was lost in...
The ACDP calls on Government to ensure that dam safety standards are enforced. Impose stiff penalties on dam owners who have not applied for the necessary approvals from relevant authorities and ensure that no-one can build a structure, such as a house, below dam level to mitigate the loss of lives and properties should a disaster occur.