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Statement by James Lorimer MP – DA Spokesperson on Mineral and Petroleum Resources: Government-run PetroSA is in deep trouble. A senior manager has told the Portfolio committee on Mineral and Petroleum Resources that the entity owes SARS R4,5 billion which PetroSA is unable to pay. SARS has apparently travelled to Mossel Bay where PetroSA’s major …
Statement by Dr Mark Burke MP – DA Spokesperson on Finance: The speech below was delivered by Dr Mark Burke MP this afternoon during the First Reading debate: Rates and Monetary Amounts Bill [B14 – 2025] (s77) (121) Madam Speaker, What makes a state? It is not geography. Nor is it a grouping of people. …
Statement by Lisa Schickerling MP – DA Spokesperson on Police: The Democratic Alliance (DA) is deeply shocked and saddened by reports that 157 children have been killed in gang crossfire on the Cape Flats over the past five years. These are not just numbers; they are the stolen lives of innocent children trapped in violent …
Statement by Nicholas Gotsell MP – DA NCOP Member on Security & Justice: The fifth detainee escape in just over a month has now occurred – this time involving Richard Chakeintso, a 30-year-old undocumented immigrant who was on trial for assault with the intent to do grievous bodily harm and contravening the Immigration Act. He …
Statement by Jan de Villiers MP – DA National Spokesperson: The DA has always and will always defend the rights of schools to determine their own language policy as enshrined in law. It is unfortunate that there has been a deliberate distortion in reporting that former Model C schools are being targeted by the Minister …
Statement by Ald Cilliers Brink – DA Tshwane Mayoral Candidate: This morning, the Democratic Alliance (DA) in Tshwane lodged a criminal complaint against Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise with the South African Police Service (SAPS). The statement made by DA Tshwane Caucus Chief Whip, Jacqui Uys upon laying the charges draws attention to the following issues …
Statement by George Michalakis MP – DA Chief Whip in Parliament: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the establishment of a committee on the Presidency. This comes more than one year after the DA put the matter back on the agenda of the National Assembly Rules Committee in October 2024. The National Assembly adopted new rules …
Statement by Leah Potgieter MP – DA Spokesperson on Sport, Arts and Culture: Despite Minister Gayton McKenzie’s repeated claims that certain federations were failing governance and compliance standards, the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture has confirmed there was no valid reason to defund them. Treasury rejected the Minister’s request to redirect R62 million from …
Statement by Mat Cuthbert MP – DA Head of Policy: Today, the Democratic Alliance presented our Economic Inclusion for All Bill to Nedlac, marking an important step in reshaping South Africa’s empowerment framework. We welcome the constructive engagement at Nedlac and value the perspectives shared by business, labour, and civil society. This feedback will be …
Statement by Ciska Jordaan MP – DA Deputy Spokesperson for Basic Education: The Democratic Alliance has raised concerns about the provision of the National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP), a nationally funded programme implemented by provincial departments of education (PEDs). As the academic year nears its end, the growing demand to provide meals to vulnerable learners …
Statement by Nicholas Gotsell MP – DA NCOP Member on Security & Justice: The DA notes with alarm yet another so-called “escape” from police custody. The latest incident occurred at the Sea Point SAPS, where a suspect fled through an unsecured window before being re-arrested this morning. This is now the fourth escape incident in …
Statement by Toby Chance MP – DA Spokesperson on Trade, Industry & Competition: The DA is deeply disturbed by reports that the Competition Commission’s has imposed “transformation” conditions on the noble plan to turn Curro schools into a non-profit organisation, which would expand access to quality education for hundreds of thousands of children, on the …
Statement by by Nazley Sharif MP – DA Spokesperson on Basic Education: The DA applauds the Minister of Basic Education’s launch of the R496 million Education Outcomes Fund, South Africa’s largest outcomes based investment in Early Childhood Development. This is an important step toward giving more young children the strong foundation they need to succeed. …
Statement by Mlondi Mdluli MP – DA Deputy Spokesperson on Trade, Industry & Competition: Proposed import permits create red tape and grant excessive powers. The DA calls for reforms that boost competitiveness and protect the economy. The Democratic Alliance notes with deep concern the government’s decision to dramatically expand its already-sprawling steel tariff review. This …
Statement by by Ian Cameron MP – DA Deputy Spokesperson on Police: Over 3 400 SAPS firearms were lost or stolen, with most now in criminal hands. The Firearms Control Bill targets responsible citizens instead of fixing SAPS mismanagement. The DA will oppose the Bill and, if needed, take legal action to defend citizens’ right …
Statement by Igor Scheurkogel MP – NCOP Spokesperson on CoGTA: The R59 provincial road has turned into a death trap for motorists and an economic liability for the industries and businesses lining its route. Beginning in Dealesville in the Free State, the R59 runs north-east across the Vaal River and ends in Tulisa Park near …
Statement by Mzamo Billy MP – DA NCOP Member on Security & Justice: The Democratic Alliance is calling for immediate steps to protect South Africa’s magistrates, who are facing escalating threats and intimidation simply for doing their jobs. Last week, the Department of Justice briefed the NCOP’s Select Committee on Security and Justice after I …
Statement by Chris Hattingh MP – DA Spokesperson on Defence and Military Veterans: The resignation of Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, as a member of parliament, in the face of criminal charges for mercenary recruitment, and in the middle of her treason trial, is a first step toward full criminal accountability. The DA insists that all criminal accountability …
Statement by Lisa Schickerling MP, DA Spokesperson on Police: The Democratic Alliance (DA) calls on SAPS to release full and disaggregated GBV and child violence statistics without delay. The latest crime statistics presented by Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia raise serious concerns about accuracy, completeness and transparency, especially during the 16 Days of Activism …
Statement by Nazley Sharif MP, DA Spokesperson on Basic Education: After the appointment of my colleague, Alexandra Abrahams MP, as Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry & Competition, I will be sponsoring the DA’s “Safe Relinquishment Bill”, also known as the Baby Savers Bill. This is crucial, as it legalises and regulates baby savers and baby …
Statement by Mzamo Billy MP, DA NCOP Member on Security & Justice: The Democratic Alliance (DA) strongly condemns the Justice Minister’s second consecutive absence from the Select Committee on Security and Justice, despite the gravity of the issues confronting South Africa’s magistrates and the urgent need for accountability. This past Wednesday, 26 November 2025, the …
Statement by Cllr Jacqui Uys, DA Tshwane Caucus Chief Whip: An investigative report tabled in the Tshwane Municipal Council today, confirms that Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise unlawfully benefits from a contract between the municipality and Triotic Protection Services. The investigative report compiled by Ncube Incorporated confirms that Modise is in continual breach of the code …
Dear Editor The Democratic Alliance (DA) is calling on the Minister of Small Business Development, Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams, to withdraw the Business Licensing Bill immediately. This Bill is a disaster for small businesses, informal traders, and start-up entrepreneurs. It claims to make life easier for businesses but does the opposite. Under this Bill, even a street …
Dear Editor The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has promised the Higher Education & Training Committee in Parliament that there would be no glitches or interrupted payments for tuition and accommodation at the start of the 2026 academic year. To hold NSFAS to account, the DA, with the DA Student Organization, will embark on …