Industrialisation is the foundation of sustainable economic growth

by HAaudibee | May 26, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chairperson, The ACDP asserts that this Budget Vote 39 of some R11.7 billion for DTIC must be evaluated against one central imperative: whether it is building a productive, industrialised, and globally competitive South African economy. The economic indices...

Much has changed since February’s Budget Speech

by HAaudibee | May 22, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chairperson, the ACDP said after the Budget Speech that the ship of public finances was starting to move in the right direction. That was in February. Much has changed since then, particularly with the dramatic increase in the fuel price since the outbreak of...

ACDP calls for inclusive growth, job creation, and shared responsibility in South Africa

by HAaudibee | May 1, 2026 | Press Statements, Press Statements 2026

On this Workers’ Day, the African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) recognises the important gains made in protecting workers’ rights in South Africa. Constitutional safeguards, progressive labour laws, and the role of organised labour have strengthened dignity in the...

IMF cuts South Africa’s economic growth 2026 forecast to 1%

by HAaudibee | Apr 21, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

House Chair, this Division of Revenue Bill must be considered against the dramatic geopolitical changes that have occurred since February’s budget. At that time, honourable Minister, the ACDP said that the ship of public finances was starting to move in the right...

Disciplined fiscal management essential to improving economic growth and job creation

by HAaudibee | Mar 24, 2026 | Speeches, Speeches2026

Honourable Speaker, the ACDP notes that while South Africa’s public finances are improving, discipled fiscal management is essential to achieve faster economic growth and meaningful job creation. While fiscal consolidation is beginning to show promise, with a rising...