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Statement by Nazley Sharif MP – DA Spokesperson on Social Development: The Democratic Alliance has formally written to the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Social Development, requesting a committee inquiry into a series of serious allegations involving the Minister of Social Development. The latest inexplicable, and deeply concerning scandal around Minister Sisisi Tolashe involves …

Dear Fellow South African, As we prepare for Freedom Day on 27 April, we reflect on our journey to deepen democracy and advance human rights for all. Thirty years after we adopted our new Constitution, South African society remains grounded in a culture of human rights, the rule of law and the expression of people’s …

Statement by Khathutshelo Rasilingwane MPL – DA Ekurhuleni Mayoral Candidate: The Democratic Alliance (DA) calls on Ekurhuleni Executive Mayor Xhakaza to act immediately this morning by suspending the City Manager Kagiso Lerutla who is now under arrest, pending further investigation into the charges laid against him. Should he be found guilty, he must be dismissed …

Statement by Mzamo Billy MP – DA NCOP Member on Security & Justice: Police committed to the introduction of body-worn cameras by April 2025, yet a year later this deadline has passed without implementation or explanation by Acting Minister Prof. Firoz Cachalia. The Democratic Alliance (DA) condemns the failure to implement police body-worn cameras as …

Statement by Michéle Clarke MP – DA Spokesperson on Health: Despite being arrested by the Hawks on corruption, fraud and theft allegations, the DA is appalled to reveal that senior Health officials will still earn millions in annual salaries while their disciplinaries make little progress. Director General, Dr Sandile Buthelezi; Deputy Director General, Dr Percy …

Statement by Nicholas Gotsell MP – DA NCOP Member on Security & Justice: The Democratic Alliance (DA) calls on the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi and NPA leadership to account for the alarming decline in firearm convictions and failures in the prosecution system. The failure to convict directly contributes to the gang …

Statement by Adv. Glynnis Breytenbach MP – DA Spokesperson on Justice and Constitutional Development: The sentencing of Julius Malema on 16 April marks an important moment in reaffirming the principle that all individuals, regardless of status or political influence, are subject to the rule of law in South Africa. The independence and authority of our …

Statement by Luyolo Mphithi MP – DA Spokesperson on Human Settlements: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the publication of the draft Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land Amendment Bill for public comment. This development marks a clear step forward in addressing the crisis of illegal land invasions. The core reforms now …

Statement by Edwin Macrae Bath MP – DA Deputy Spokesperson on Public Works and Infrastructure: The Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) was designed as a short-term employment and skills development initiative, equipping South Africans with practical experience and improving access to sustainable work opportunities. As one of the largest employment programmes in the country, EPWP …

Statement by Adrian Roos MP – DA Spokesperson on Home Affairs: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes Cabinet’s approval of the Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection, a major policy breakthrough driven by DA Minister of Home Affairs, Leon Schreiber. The DA’s policy is now being implemented by this White Paper as this …

Statement by Kevin Mileham MP – DA Spokesperson for Electricity and Energy: The Democratic Alliance (DA) will write to the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy to demand a comprehensive inquiry into the roll-out of Distribution Agency Agreements (DAAs). With municipal debt to Eskom now stands at a staggering R110.5 billion – …

Statement by Luyolo Mphithi MP – DA Spokesperson on Human Settlements: For nearly three years the DA has championed the reform of the laws governing illegal occupations and to put an end to incited land invasion. The DA’s Private Members Bill is currently in the Parliamentary process in this regard. Today, Minister of Human Settlements, …

Statement by Darren Bergman MP – DA Spokesperson on Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation: The Democratic Alliance (DA) will submit detailed Parliamentary Questions to Maropene Ramokgopa, Minister of Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation, following a series of allegations that she received luxury vehicles without disclosure. These allegations, if proven true, raise serious concerns about compliance with the …

Statement by Dr Igor Scheurkogel MP – NCOP Spokesperson on Water and Sanitation: The Democratic Alliance (DA) calls on communities to oppose the Department of Water and Sanitation’s draconian dam regulations as they threaten the economic lifelines for communities living beside dams across South Africa. The proposed regulations prohibit access to dams except through formalised …

Statement by Adrian Roos MP – DA Spokesperson on Home Affairs: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the reduction in attempted illegal border crossings over the Easter season as Minister Schreiber’s no-nonsense program of action continues to deliver more secure borders. The Border Management Authority (BMA) reported a 24% decline in illegal crossings over Easter along …

Dear Fellow South African, The success of the sixth South Africa Investment Conference two weeks ago, where we secured a record R890 billion in investment pledges, reflects renewed confidence in our economy. It was also a milestone in what has been a difficult journey to rebuild our economy in the wake of years of slow …

The acceptance speech delivered by Geordin Hill-Lewis, Democratic Alliance Federal Leader, at the DA’s Federal Congress 2026: Friends, democrats, people of South Africa, Bahlobo, Bantu baseMzansi Afrika, Vriende, wonderlike mense van Suid Afrika I am deeply honoured to be standing here today. Thank you to my beautiful wife Carla, who you just met, and our …