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Statement by Kevin Mileham MP – DA Spokesperson on Electricity and Energy: The Democratic Alliance (DA) calls for an immediate Parliamentary Inquiry into Eskom’s R21 billion diesel procurement saga following revelations that the utility made R3 billion in irregular prepayments to suppliers who lacked the capacity to deliver. In this regard, the DA will be …
Statement by Dr Delmaine Christians MP – DA Spokesperson on Higher Education and Training: The Democratic Alliance (DA) notes with concern the recent reports that the dissolved National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) board members are now challenging Minister Buti Manamela’s decision to place NSFAS under administration and appoint an administrator. The DA has a …
Statement by Beyers Smit MP – DA Member on Agriculture Portfolio Committee: The DA recognises groundbreaking Agricultural success in Minister Steenhuisen’s Budget Speech today, including that South Africa is now the world’s number one exporter of citrus fruits, overtaking Spain. South African Agriculture is winning, under Minister Steenhuisen. South Africa’s citrus industry has now become …
The former board members are seeking to set aside findings of corruption made against them by the Zondo Commission of Inquiry into State Capture
Statement by Adrian Roos MP – DA Spokesperson on Home Affairs: Minister Leon Schreiber’s Budget Vote shows that Home Affairs’ efforts to tackle illegal immigration and fast-track digitalisation are starting to produce results. At the core of this department’s progress is a tougher stance on illegal immigration, backed by both legal reform and increased enforcement. …
Statement by Bax Nodada MP – DA Deputy Chief Whip in the National Assembly: The Democratic Alliance has submitted the names of five experienced members of the National Assembly to Speaker, Thoko Didiza. These members will represent the DA in the Impeachment Committee on the Phala Phala matter. The five MPs are: George Michalakis, Parliamentary …
Statement by Janho Engelbrecht MP – DA Spokesperson on Correctional Services: The Democratic Alliance calls for an urgent, independent forensic investigation into the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) after it emerged that the Department paid as much as R726.57 for a single litre of cooking oil and R3,735.32 for gravy powder, under the watch of …
Statement by Geordin Hill-Lewis – Leader of the Democratic Alliance: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the firing of Minister Sisisi Tolashe following the relentless pressure applied by the DA for her removal from Cabinet. Mrs Tolashe’s position in the Cabinet was untenable, and the President has done the right thing. The DA will always champion …
Statement by Adv. Glynnis Breytenbach MP – DA Spokesperson on Justice and Constitutional Development: The Democratic Alliance (DA) condemns Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi’s reckless remarks questioning whether Constitutional Court judges can fairly adjudicate the National Health Insurance (NHI) case because they are beneficiaries of private healthcare. We will submit a written parliamentary question to President …
Statement by Bonginkosi Madikizela MP – DA Spokesperson on Public Works and Infrastructure: Minister Dean Macpherson’s Budget speech today confirmed that 801 state-owned properties are being put up for sale to bring private sector investment into idle land, for economic growth, and to create thousands of jobs. These currently idle properties will also generate revenue …
Statement by Lisa Schickerling MP – DA Spokesperson on Police: The Democratic Alliance (DA) notes with grave concern that thirteen senior members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) are appearing in court today, while more than 25 senior officers remain on paid suspension. Those implicated span the upper ranks of the SAPS, including Generals, …
Statement by Nazley Sharif MP – DA Spokesperson on Social Development: The affairs of the Department of Social Development (DSD) are collapsing under Minister Sisisi Tolashe. In her fifth scandal of the year so far, she has failed in her most basic job: to provide assistance for the most vulnerable in society. Since Minister Tolashe’s …
Statement by Tsholofelo Bodlani MP – DA Spokesperson on Communications & Digital Technology: Minister Solly Malatsi has announced that he is delivering on his promise to make internet access in South Africa faster and cheaper for all people, and the DA proudly welcomes this. In his Budget Speech, tabling the Department of Communications & Digital …
Statement by Karabo Khakhau MP – DA Deputy Spokesperson on Higher Education and Training: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has launched a national petition (End SETA corruption. Build skills that lead to jobs) calling on the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, to begin the process of using the Skills Development Act of 1998 …
Statement by Geordin Hill-Lewis – Leader of the Democratic Alliance: Following the latest Quarterly Labour Force Review released today it is clear that serious economic reform is urgently required. South Africa does not lack economic potential. It lacks political urgency. Investors and businesses are still held back by red tape, unreliable basic services, failing ports …
Statement by Edwin Bath MP – DA Deputy Spokesperson on Public Works and Infrastructure: The Democratic Alliance (DA) will support the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure’s decision to sell 801 state-owned properties, which are no longer required for government purposes, to generate revenue. For too long, South Africa has carried the cost of thousands …
Statement by Geordin Hill-Lewis – Leader of the Democratic Alliance: President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to take the Section 89 Panel report on review must not be used to delay the work of Parliament. It is his legal right to approach the High Court and the DA respects due process, the courts and the rule of …
Dear Fellow South African, The recent violent protests and criminal acts directed at foreign nationals in parts of our country do not represent the views of South Africa’s people nor reflect our government’s policy. These are the acts of opportunists who are exploiting the legitimate grievances, particularly those of the poor, under the false guise …
Statement by Andrew de Blocq MP – DA Spokesperson for Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the latest announcement of a €300 million (R5.8 billion) loan agreement between the French Development Agency (AFD) and Transnet to reduce the carbon emissions of the entity’s rail and port operations. France is South Africa’s largest …
Statement by Geordin Hill-Lewis – Leader of the Democratic Alliance: The Democratic Alliance notes with sadness the passing of former President of Botswana, Festus Mogae, at the age of 86. On behalf of the DA, I extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, the people of Botswana, and all who were touched by his life …
Statement by Geordin Hill-Lewis – Leader of the Democratic Alliance: The Democratic Alliance notes today’s very serious judgment of the Constitutional Court in the Phala Phala / Section 89 matter. We respect the Constitutional Court, the Constitution, and the rule of law. The Court has now made clear that Parliament must correct its rules, and …
Statement by Ryan Smith MP – DA Spokesperson on International Relations and Cooperation: The Democratic Alliance (DA) will be submitting parliamentary questions to the Presidency to determine whether state funds were used to pay for President Cyril Ramaphosa’s jaunt to Zimbabwean President, Emmerson Mnangagwa’s private residence on Sunday for a what the Presidency has deemed …
Mayor Dada Morero insists there is “no cause for concern”
Statement by Dr Delmaine Christians MP – DA Spokesperson on Higher Education and Training: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has written to the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training, urgently requesting that the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Manamela, appear before the Committee to account for his decision to …