National Council of Provinces - 18 September 2001
TUESDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2001 __
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES
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The Council met at 14:09.
The Chairperson took the Chair and requested members to observe a moment of silence for prayers or meditation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, TABLINGS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS - see col 000.
NOTICES OF MOTION
Dr P J C NEL: Voorsitter, ek gee hiermee kennis dat ek by die volgende sitting sal voorstel:
Dat die Raad -
(1) kennis neem van die jongste verslag van die Mediese Navorsingsraad met die titel ``Die impak van MIV/Vigs op sterftes by volwassenes in Suid-Afrika’’, wat alle twyfel wat daar nog is oor die bestaan van MIV/Vigs en die verwoestende uitwerking wat dit op Suid-Afrika het, finaal die nek inslaan;
(2) verder met skok kennis neem dat die verslag onder andere bevestig dat Vigs verlede jaar verantwoordelik was vir 40% van al die sterftes by mense tussen die ouderdomme 15 en 49, wat beteken dat tot 6 miljoen Suid-Afrikaners teen die jaar 2020 aan Vigs sal sterf;
(3) sy kommer uitspreek dat die verslag verder meld dat teen die jaar 2020 kindersterftes sal verdriedubbel tensy doeltreffende voorsorgmaatreëls ingestel word om te verhoed dat MIV/Vigs-verwante siektes sodanig sal toeneem dat dit dubbel dié van alle ander sterftes saam sal wees: en
(4) ‘n ernstige beroep op die President doen om hom te weerhou van onverantwoordelike uitlatings, gebaseer op verouderde statistiek, wat die stryd teen MIV/Vigs geweldige skade aandoen, en dat politici liefs maatskaplike en gesondheidswerkers se stryd teen Vigs moet steun eerder as om dit te ondermyn. (Translation of Afrikaans notice of motion follows.)
[Dr P J C NEL: Chairperson, I hereby give notice that at the next sitting I shall move:
That the Council -
(1) notes the latest report of the Medical Research Council entitled ``The impact of HIV/Aids on mortality amongst adults in South Africa’’, which finally quashes all doubts that remain about the existence of HIV/Aids and the devastating effect it has on South Africa;
(2) further notes with shock that the report reaffirms, amongst other things, that Aids was responsible for 40% of all deaths last year amongst people between the ages of 15 and 49, which means that up to 6 million South Africans will die of Aids by the year 2020;
(3) voices its concern that by the year 2020 child mortality will increase threefold unless effective preventive measures are instituted to prevent HIV/Aids-related illnesses from increasing to the extent that they will be double that of all other deaths combined; and
(4) earnestly appeals to the President to refrain from irresponsible declarations, based on obsolete statistics, that cause untold harm to the fight against HIV/Aids, and to politicians to support social and health workers’ fight against Aids, rather than to undermine it.]
Mnr C ACKERMANN: Voorsitter, ek gee hiermee kennis dat ek by die volgende sitting van die Raad sal voorstel:
Dat die Raad, in die lig van die voortdurende armoede van ‘n baie groot deel van die bevolking, die toenemende misdaad in stede en die behoefte aan behuising, meen dat -
(1) die uitgawe van R12,6 miljoen aan presidensiële geriewe by die Kaapstadse Internasionale Lughawe opgeskort moet word; en
(2) hoewel die veiligheid van die President belangrik is, dit bekostigbaar en kreatief gehanteer moet word in die lig van die R36 miljoen wat reeds aan sy huis vir beveiliging bestee is asook die R700 miljoen vir die aankoop van ‘n vliegtuig, aangesien dit blyk dat genoemde faktore nie in ag geneem word nie. (Translation of Afrikaans notice of motion follows.)
[Mr C ACKERMANN: Chairperson, I hereby give notice that at the next sitting of the Council I shall move:
That the Council, in the light of the continuing poverty of a very large section of the population, the increasing crime in cities and the need for housing, believes that -
(1) the expenditure of R12,6 million for presidential facilities at Cape Town International Airport should be suspended; and
(2) although the safety of the President is important, it should be dealt with in an affordable and creative manner in view of the R36 million which has already been spent on security measures at his residence, as well as the R700 million for purchasing an aircraft, since the factors concerned are evidently not being taken into account.]
ROSH HASHANA
(Draft Resolution)
The CHIEF WHIP OF THE COUNCIL: Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council wishes members of the Jewish Community a happy and peaceful Rosh Hashana and well over the fast.
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.
PRISON FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL
(Draft Resolution)
Mr K D S DURR: Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) notes that -
(a) Prison Fellowship International, an association of independent
national Christian organisations involved in criminal justice
ministry worldwide, and having consultative status with the
United Nations Economic and Social Council, is currently holding
its annual international council meeting in Krugersdorp; and
(b) since 1976 Prison Fellowship International has grown to
encompass national Prison Fellowship ministries in 88 countries
with around 100 000 volunteers worldwide, making it the most
extensive network of Christian criminal justice and prison
ministries in the world;
(2) commends the organisation for its positive contributions worldwide to criminal justice and prison reform, particularly its emphasis on the promotion of restorative justice, as well as its work in South Africa where it has taken a leading role in mobilising and training community volunteers and implementing victim-offender reconciliation projects; and
(3) prays for the Lord’s blessings upon its deliberations during its international council meeting which will be attended by delegates representing 95 countries.
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.
TERRORIST ATTACKS ON USA
(Draft Resolution)
Mnr P A MATTHEE: Voorsitter, ek stel sonder kennisgewing voor:
Dat die Raad -
(1) sy diepe medelye uitspreek teenoor al die mense wat geliefdes verloor het in die barbaarse gruwel- terroriste aanvalle in die Verenigde State van Amerika op die Internasionale Dag van Vrede, Dinsdag 11 September 2001; (2) president Mbeki bedank vir sy onmiddellike en onomwonde veroordeling van hierdie barbaarse massamoord op onskuldige mense en sy oproep op die internasionale gemeenskap om te verenig teen wêreldterrorisme; en
(3) die President verseker van sy volle steun in hierdie verband en volmondig met hom saamstem dat “those responsible for these mass murders cannot be accepted as genuine representatives of a just cause”. (Translation of Afrikaans draft resolution follows.)
[Mr P A MATTHEE: Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council-
(1) expresses its deepest sympathy with all of those people who lost their loved ones in the barbaric and horrific terrorist attacks in the United States of America on the International Day of Peace, Tuesday 11 September 2001;
(2) thanks President Mbeki for his immediate and unequivocal condemnation of this barbaric mass murder of innocent people and his appeal to the international community to unite against world terrorism; and
(3) assures the President of its full support in this regard and totally agrees with him that ``those responsible for these mass murders cannot be accepted as genuine representatives of a just cause’’.]
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.
POLITICAL INTERVENTION IN APPOINTMENT OF MUNICIPAL MANAGERS
(Draft Resolution)
Me C S BOTHA: Voorsitter, ek stel sonder kennisgewing voor:
Dat die Raad kennis neem van -
(1) die ingreep deur die ANC-partyleierskap in die Vrystaat in die aanstelling van munisipale bestuurders;
(2) die gevolglike ondergrawing van burgemeesters sowel as die personeelproses en die persone wat in hierdie posisies aangestel word;
(3) die nadelige gevolge wat hierdie politieke afdreiging kan inhou vir die kapasiteit van plaaslike regering; en
(4) die onvermydelike aftakeling van die reeds onvoldoende diensleweringsproses. (Translation of Afrikaans draft resolution follows.)
[Ms C S BOTHA: Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council notes -
(1) the intervention by the ANC party leadership in the Free State in the appointment of municipal managers;
(2) the consequential undermining of mayors, as well as the personnel process and the persons appointed in these positions;
(3) the detrimental consequences that this political blackmail can have for the capacity of local government; and
(4) the unavoidable deterioration of the already inadequate service delivery process.]
The CHAIRPERSON OF THE NCOP: Is there any objection to the motion? There is an objection. The motion will therefore become notice of a motion.
DEVASTATING STORMS IN TEMBISA AREA
(Draft Resolution)
Dr E A CONROY: Voorsitter, ek stel graag sonder kennisgewing voor:
Dat die Raad sy meelewing betoon met die inwoners van Tembisa en aanliggende woongebiede aan die Oos-Rand wat groot skade aan behuising en persoonlike besittings gely het tydens die verwoestende hael-, reën en windstorm wat dié gebied laat verlede Donderdag getref het. (Translation of Afrikaans draft resolution follows.) [Dr E A CONROY: Chairperson I move without notice:
That the Council expresses its sympathy with the inhabitants of Tembisa and the adjoining areas on the East Rand who suffered enormous damage to housing and personal belongings during the devastating hail, rain and windstorm which struck the area late last Thursday.]
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.
PARTICIPATION OF NCOP CHAIRPERSON IN CPA CONFERENCE
(Draft Resolution)
Mr M E SURTY: Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) notes the competent and very capable manner in which the Chairperson of the NCOP, Ms Naledi Pandor, led the South African delegation to Australia for the 47th CPA Conference;
(2) further notes the significant and substantive contribution made by the Chairperson, Ms Pandor, in the paper on the eradication of poverty; and
(3) commends the Chairperson for her leadership in this regard.
The CHAIRPERSON OF THE NCOP: Order! Is there any objection? I object! [Laughter.] Thank you very much to Mr Surty. The motion is therefore agreed to. Thank you, hon members.
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.
DEATH OF DR CHRIS BARNARD
(Draft Resolution)
Dr P J C NEL: Voorsitter, ek stel sonder kennisgewing voor:
Dat die Raad -
(1) kennis neem dat -
(a) die mense van Suid-Afrika onlangs met gebroke harte afskeid
geneem het van een van die grootste seuns wat Suid-Afrika nog
opgelewer het;
(b) dr Chris Barnard, wat op 78-jarige leeftyd op 2 September 2001
gesterf het, in baie opsigte 'n heel besondere mens was;
(c) hy 'n mens was met 'n oop hart en 'n vaardige hand vir mense met
ernstige hartaandoenings;
(d) hy 'n sjarmante persoon was wat seker gemaak het dat die tyd wat
hy gelewe het, die moeite werd was;
(e) hy 'n hele paar vrouens in sy lewe se harte gebreek het, maar
dat hy baie meer pasiënte se stukkende harte heel gemaak het,
sonder aansien des persoons en met 'n groot sukses;
(2) in herinnering roep dat hy op 3 Desember 1967 die wêreld verras het toe hy die byna onmoontlike reggekry het deur die eerste dokter te word wat daarin kon slaag om ‘n menslike hartoorplanting suksesvol te doen - ‘n prestasie wat vir Suid-Afrika wêreldroem besorg het;
(3) van mening is dat hy -
(a) dus 'n ware pionier en 'n held in die oë van die wêreld was;
(b) met sy opregtheid en blatante eerlikheid daarin geslaag het om
die media met uitnemendheid te hanteer; en
(c) sekerlik een van die beste ambassadeurs was wat Suid-Afrika nog
gehad het; en
(4) sy nagedagtenis eer en die opregte meegevoel van die lede van die Raad aan sy familie oordra. (Translation of Afrikaans draft resolution follows.)
[Dr P J C NEL: Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) notes that- (a) the people of South Africa recently took leave with broken hearts of one of the greatest sons South Africa has ever produced;
(b) Dr Chris Bernard, who passed away on 2 September 2001 at the age
of 78, was quite an exceptional person in many respects;
(c) he was a person with an open heart and a deft hand for people
with serious heart conditions;
(d) he was a charming person who made sure that he spent his life in
a worthwhile manner; and
(e) he broke the hearts of quite a number of women in his life, but
that he healed the broken hearts of many more patients, without
fear or favour and with great success;
(2) Remembers that on 3 December 1967 he surprised the world when he achieved the virtually impossible by becoming the first doctor to succeed in successfully transplanting a human heart - an achievement which made South Africa world famous; (3) is of the view that he -
(a) was therefore a true pioneer and a hero in the eyes of the
world;
(b) succeeded in handling the media excellently with his sincerity
and blatant honesty; and
(c) was certainly one of the best ambassadors that South Africa has
every had; and
(4) honours his memory and conveys the sincere condolences of the members of the Council to his family.]
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.
LOSSES TO FARMING COMMUNITY DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER
(Draft Resolution)
Mnr A E VAN NIEKERK: Voorsitter, ek stel sonder kennisgewing voor: Dat die Raad -
(1) sy meegevoel en simpatie uitspreek teenoor die landbougemeenskappe wat groot verliese aan oeste en vrektes van vee, wat geraam word op R20 miljoen, in die Vrystaat- en KwaZulu-Natal-gebied gely het deur ongekende koue en sneeu. Sekere van hierdie gebiede is ook vroeër beskadig deur hewige veldbrande; en
(2) die Minister vir Landbou en Grondsake vra om met simpatie en begrip die versoek om verligting uit die rampgeteisterde gebied to oorweeg. (Translation of Afrikaans draft resolution follows.)
[Mr A E Van NIEKERK: Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) Expresses its sympathy and condolences towards the agricultural community which suffered large losses in crops and the death of livestock, estimated at R20 million, in the Free State and KwaZulu- Natal area as a result of unprecedented cold and snow. Some of these areas were also previously damaged by serious veld fires; and
(2) requests the Minister for Agriculture and Land Affairs to consider the request for relief from the disaster-torn area with sympathy and understanding.]
The CHAIRPERSON OF THE NCOP: I note, Mr Van Niekerk, that a motion was moved earlier with respect to the devastating storms. We need to look at the substance of both motions in order to see whether they are not, in fact, the same in content. The route we propose is that we combine the two so that we do not have any breach of our Rules. We will study the two motions and advise the Council at our next sitting.
We will proceed, however, to consider this motion. Is there any objection to the motion? There is none. The motion is therefore agreed to subject to the guidelines that I have just said we will follow in terms of procedure.
MURDERS OF TAXI OPERATORS
(Draft Resolution)
Ms P C P MAJODINA: Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) notes with great concern and sympathy the killing of seven taxi operators who were ambushed on their way from the National Taxi Conference on Sunday, 16 September 2001;
(2) further notes that this was a criminal activity which undermined the great achievement made during the National Taxi Conference;
(3) requests the Minister of Safety and Security to deploy Operation Wheel to the Eastern Cape to deal with these senseless killers; and
(4) expresses its condolences to the South African National Taxi Council, SANTCO.
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.
TAXI INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
(Draft Resolution)
Ms B THOMSON: Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) congratulates the taxi industry for having held its first historic conference in Durban over the weekend;
(2) also notes the Government’s commitment and involvement in changing the industry from a history of intolerance, into accountable and professional hands that serve the nation in a safe and reliable mode of transport;
(3) believes that the positive resolutions reached at the conference should not be undermined by callous and cowardly acts of terror; and
(4) congratulates Mr Khorombie Muofhe for being elected as President of the South African National Taxi Council.
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.
MOTION OF CONDOLENCE
(The late Mr G A M Mbeki)
The CHIEF WHIP OF THE COUNCIL: Chairperson, I have had the singular privilege of serving in the former Senate and subsequently the NCOP with Oom Gov Mbeki for a period of five years of his working life. I recollect the presence of Oom Gov in this Chamber. He was a man of great political stature whose quiet presence was somewhat intimidating to us young politicians.
At his memorial service more than a week ago I quoted from someone who had said that this world does not so much need men of great intellect - and I use that in a gender-neutral sense - as it needs men of noble character in whom ability is controlled by steadfast principles. I did so on account of the fact that in Oom Gov Mbeki we had a man of enormous intellectual capacity and a person who rigorously adhered to principles.
Oom Gov - and I think this is the purpose of us remembering him today in passing our condolences to the family - was a person who was disciplined, notwithstanding his advanced years. He was a person who was focused on nation-building and nonracialism. It is interesting that in his ``Anatomy of a Political Struggle’’, where he magnanimously reflects on the contribution of all racial groups, he ends the article - and this is while he was incarcerated on Robben Island - with the fact that we should focus our gaze on Parliament, where African, coloured, Indian and white could sit together, side by side, and share in the destiny of this country.
We are fortunate that he indeed had the opportunity to be part of this first democratic Parliament, to serve in a very, very significant capacity as Deputy President of the Senate, and in the manner in which he served, reflected a political will to ensure that we did not allow our past or our political differences to prevent nation-building and a respect for diversity.
Oom Gov was an inspiration to many of us, particularly the younger people who participated in the Council and in the Senate in the earlier days. He allowed us space to develop. He encouraged robust political debate and believed that it was important for us to be able to persuade our opponents through rational discourse, rather than coercing or imposing our will on people. There are many people who are going to follow on the statement that I have just made.
In conclusion, just last week the Minister of Water Affairs and Forestry deemed it appropriate - and we certainly feel it was most appropriate - to plant a tree in the immediate vicinity of this House. In doing so, we will in the future be continuously alerted to his presence, to his great contribution to the democracy of this country.
With your permission, Chairperson, may I then sit down and propose a resolution at the conclusion of this debate.
Ms P C P MAJODINA: Chairperson, without clear-sighted ideologies and leaders like Oom Gov, the ANC would not have changed this country. Govan Mbeki was a revolutionary in every sense. At the centre of his being was an unwavering commitment to the emancipation of all oppressed and struggling people. For this the nation owes the Mbeki family a debt of gratitude. To his wife and his children, who together have carried the burden of a life of service, the people of South Africa are saying a profound thank you.
He was an organiser, an intellectual and a political educator. We mourn the loss of a great South African, comforted in the knowledge that what made Govan Mbeki great lies in the struggle in which he was forged and to which he dedicated his life.
Mr T S SETONA: Chairperson, on behalf of the Free State province I want to take this opportunity to express our deepest sympathy with the entire family of Comrade Govan Mbeki. We also salute the Mbeki family for giving us a leader whose contribution to our liberation struggle has ensured that we can now walk tall, without fear in our hearts, assured of our inalienable right to human dignity in a nation at peace with itself and the world.
Comrade Govan Mbeki’s entire life was one of selfless service to the people of our country. Oom Gov was a revolutionary in every sense. At the centre of his being was an impenetrable commitment to the liberation of all the oppressed and exploited people. This commitment demanded of him and his family great sacrifices, including years of state harassment and a quarter of a century spent in prison. It is therefore a fitting tribute to a man of his greatness that we have come together here today to salute him and praise the contribution he has made, not only to the liberation of the African majority, but also to the liberation of the oppressors.
Ms L JACOBUS: Chairperson, Gauteng province wishes to express its condolences with the Mbeki family on the passing of a true son of Africa. Comrade Govan Mbeki, for those of us who spoke to him in these corridors of power, will be fondly remembered as an ordinary humble man who always treated all of us as if we were good friends, rather than mere passing acquaintances. I did not have the privilege of working with Oom Gov in the Senate, but I had the privilege of a few encounters with him in the ANC, and therefore I can testify to this fact.
By his quiet dignity and firm grasp of the enormity of the task of transforming this country, he kept all of us focused on what was important in fulfilling our dreams of a nonsexist, nonracial democracy. We know that he enjoyed the sometimes robust debate that threatened to bring this roof down. His wisdom and expertise he readily shared and his unselfishness will remain with us forever, especially when we remember how much pride he took in each new lesson learnt towards effective governance. We will miss him as the ANC and indeed as a country.
I want to conclude with a message to Oom Gov in which we promise to continue to build on the foundation he laid for us with the same zest and zeal he always displayed. We will continue the struggle for the transformation of South Africa into the democracy that he fought for and devoted his life to. Hamba kahle. [Go well.]
Mr B J MKHALIPHI: Chairperson, it was with a deep sense of sadness and shared loss that the province learnt of the passing on of Govan Mbeki, a lifelong warrior against racism, oppression and exploitation. His memory should make us redouble our efforts to achieve a breakthrough in ensuring a life of dignity, free of bigotry and intolerance, for people around the world. Through his years in the history of our own struggle in our country, his name takes pride of place as he was the father who built and sustained the tradition of excellent political journalism, a distinguished scholar, a disciplined cadre and a teacher.
Govan Mbeki will go down in the annals of history as a man of immense integrity. Through these years Comrade Mbeki displayed a tremendous capacity for reading, research and writing. He was effective in convincing others, not only by his charisma and smooth delivery of speeches, but also through his simple logical style and the deep, informed content of his message. His skills in using his intellectual capabilities and the power of the written word will forever remain a powerful antidote to the legacy of Bantu education, which sought to deprive black South Africans of knowledge.
Even in the early days of his political involvement, Oom Gov was respected as a man of the people. His political activities were accompanied by practical efforts to assist small peasants, encouraging them to form simple co-operatives … [Time expired.]
Mrs E N LUBIDLA: Madam Chairperson, history is indeed made up of significant events which shape our future and outstanding leaders who influence our destiny.
Comrade Govan Mbeki’s contribution to our history places him in this inimitable position. Oom Gov, as he was affectionately known to most of us, was instrumental in helping us realise the unspeakable suffering that was imposed upon us by the apartheid system. He also played a key role in helping us rectify this situation through his leadership in our revolutionary alliance, and rare qualities of selflessness and utter devotion to equality and justice.
His ability to understand the ideological foundation of apartheid and the mechanisms through which the apartheid ideologues tried to control our people helped galvanise domestic and international support against the racist oppressors.
Comrade Govan Mbeki spent more than 70 years of his productive life serving the people of our country. He loved his country and people so much that he was prepared to forsake his friends and family to pursue the revolutionary objective of liberating our people from the yoke of apartheid.
It is therefore with great humility that the Government and people of the Northern Cape join in his commemoration to convey the deep sense of loss we feel as a province, nation and continent at the loss of one of Africa’s giants.
Mna S L E FENYANE: Modulasetulo ga mmogo le maloko a Ngwako o hlomphegilego, magagešo, ke re mahloko.
Legatong la profense ya Leboa ke rata gore nxae go ba lapa la Govan ``Oom Gov’’ Mbeki, go President Thabo Mbeki ga mmogo le mokgatlo wa ANC. Ge mokgapa o mogolo o wele, ke tshwanelo gore dithaga di lle mašogošogo, ka gore sebo le tšhireletšo di tla e tšea kae?
Govan Mbeki e be e se sebo sa tšhireletšo go ba lapa la gagwe feela, eupša go Ma-afrika Borwa ka moka. Re moo re le go gona ka lebaka la boineelo le maitapišo a gagwe. Yena e be e le mogale wa bagale, e bile e le senatla sa dinatla. Godimo ga moo, o be a na le pelo a borutho le lerato leo le bego le makatša le bona bagaditšong.
Boikgafo bja gagwe go lwantšheng kgatelelo ya bathobaso lefaseng la bona, tlala, lehloyo, kgethologanyo, ke seo re ikgantšhago ka sona le nankhono. Re re moya wa gagwe o ka robala ka khutšo ka ge ya gagwe tema a e kgathile. Re tla phela re mo gopola ka nako tšohle. Ke tšhaba mediti. Thobela. (Translation of Pedi speech follows.)
[Mr S L E FENYANE: Mr Chairperson, hon members of this august House, this is a time of sorrow.
I would like, on behalf of the Northern Province, to express our condolences to the family of Govan ``Oom Gov’’ Mbeki, to President Thabo Mbeki and to the ANC. When a big tree has fallen, it is understandable that the birds will weep bitterly because they realise that they have lost a source of shelter and protection.
Govan Mbeki was not a tower of strength for his family only, but for all South Africans. We are where we are because of his sacrifice and his efforts. He was a soldier among soldiers, a hero among heroes. Furthermore, he was a kind-hearted person and his love amazed even his opponents.
Today, we are very proud of his struggle against the oppression of black people in the land of their birth, against poverty, hatred and discrimination.
May his soul rest in peace for he has made his contribution. We will always remember him.]
Rev P MOATSHE: Hon Chairperson, the North West and its entire people are saying that the death of Oom Govan occasioned the sad loss of an intellectual giant who radiated an unfailing commitment and devotion to the struggle for freedom.
We regard Oom Govan as a known thinker, a true compatriot and a pure- blooded democrat. He was a great statesman who harboured the noble qualities of dedication, sacrifice and discipline. In his honour former President Nelson Mandela said:
Throughout the years he continued to inspire all of us inside and outside prison with a certainty that we would triumph in the end.
South Africa mourns the passing away of one of Africa’s great sons. We salute a comrade, a friend, a leader in the struggle, one of the intellectuals of our movement and a fellow member of our generation that has given so much to the shaping of our country. Oom Govan’s death is a national loss. We are all indebted to him for leading us in a way that is most worthy of emulation. His life and times were a celebration of a life lived to the fullest. Oom Gov will be remembered as a leader who showed immense empathy for human suffering and compassion for the poor and the oppressed.
His message was always based on conviction, while he was indeed a superb academic and intellectual. He spoke from the heart and his greatest weapon was his honesty. His powers of persuasion and his untiring determination for the liberation of South Africa placed him as a man amongst men. He stood out for vision, honesty and sincerity of purpose. [Time expired.]
Mnr C ACKERMANN: Voorsitter, dit is vir my ook ‘n voorreg om namens die Wes- Kaap hulde te bring aan ‘n eertydse kollega, Govan Mbeki. Baie Suid- Afrikaners het ‘n leeftyd opgeoffer vir wat hulle geglo het reg en regverdig was; sommige selfs met hul lewens. Die geskiedenis in ons land is deurtrek daarvan en daarom is ons land ryk aan persoonlikhede, leiers en staatshoofde wat elkeen in hul tydvak ‘n besondere bydrae gelewer het om Suid-Afrika ‘n beter land vir al sy mense te maak. Govan Mbeki het nie verniet gestry vir wat hy geglo het ‘n beter Suid- Afrika sal wees nie. Om vir bykans ‘n leeftyd in ‘n tronk te sit en die vrugte van sy stryd te pluk, is beslis nie vir almal beskore nie. Ek is dus oortuig dat Govan Mbeki met ‘n danklied in sy hart oorlede is. Ek was bevoorreg om met oom Gov, soos ons almal hom geken het, in die eertydse Senaat en later in die NRP saam te werk.
Ek onthou hoe Senator Bloem en Senator Direko hom met trots as visepresident van die Senaat voorgestel het. Dit was in die begindae van ons nuwe vryheid in 1994. Baie van ons het gewonder of die nuwe bedeling sou werk, maar met die deursettingsvermoë en begrip en leiding van veral Senator Coetzee en Senator Mbeki as president en visepresident van die Senaat het hierdie huis gou ‘n sieraad blyk te wees in ons nuwe Parlement.
Govan Mbeki was intelligent en ‘n innemende mens. Hy was skaam en nederig as iemand met hom gesels het, maar tog was hy ‘n rots van Gibraltar waarop kollegas kon vertrou. Hy het altyd aandagtig na debattering geluister en nooit tussenwerpsels gemaak nie, maar aan sy lyftaal kon mens sien as iets hom nie aangestaan het nie. ‘n Platjie en ‘n humoristiese persoon was hy beslis. Reeds met sy eerste verskyning in die Stoel het hy dit gewys. Die volgende aanhaling uit Hansard, 26 Mei 1994 gee so ‘n klein blikkie op dié sy van hom (Hansard 1994, col 90):
The DEPUTY PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE: Order! Mr President of the Republic, I did not see you come into the Senate. How you managed to slip in I do not know! I should like to assure you that you are most welcome here …
If you had been present when we started yesterday, and if the congratulations that were expressed could have been carried in dishes, you would not have been able to leave this House bearing all the dishes containing the congratulations!
Dit was tipies van Govan Mbeki. Dit was ‘n eer om hom te ken en saam met hom ons wonderlike land te dien. Mag sy familie vertroosting vind in die vrugte van sy arbeid. (Translation of Afrikaans speech follows.)
[Mr C ACKERMANN: Chairperson, on behalf of the Western Cape, it is also a privilege for me to pay tribute to a former colleague, Govan Mbeki. Many South Africans sacrificed a lifetime for what they believed was right and justified; some of them even lost their lives. The history of our country is imbued with that and therefore our country is rich with personalities, leaders and statesmen who all made an exceptional contribution in their time to make South Africa a better country for all its people.
Govan Mbeki did not struggle in vain for what he believed would be a better South Africa. To have been in prison for nearly a lifetime and then to reap the fruits of his struggle is, certainly, not everyone’s destiny. I am therefore convinced that Govan Mbeki died with a song of thanksgiving in his heart. I was privileged to work with oom Gov, as we all knew him, in the former Senate and later in the NCOP.
I remember how Senator Bloem and Senator Direko introduced him, with much pride, as deputy president of the Senate. That was in the early days of our new freedom in 1994. Many of us wondered whether this new dispensation would work, but with the perseverance, understanding and leadership particularly of Senator Coetzee and Senator Mbeki, as president and deputy president of the Senate, this House quickly became a credit to our new Parliament.
Govan Mbeki was an intelligent and charming person. He was shy and modest when anybody talked to him, but at the same time he was a rock of Gibraltar on whom colleagues could rely. He always listened attentively to the debates and never made interjections, but from his body language one could tell when he did not agree with something said. He was a mischievous fellow and a humorous person indeed. Already with his first appearance in the Chair he proved this. The following quote from Hansard, 26 May 1994 gives us a small glimpse of this side of him:
The DEPUTY PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE: Order! Mr President of the Republic, I did not see you come into the Senate. How you managed to slip in I do not know! I should like to assure you that you are most welcome here …
If you had been present when we started yesterday, and if the congratulations that were expressed could have been carried in dishes, you would not have been able to leave this House bearing all the dishes containing the congratulations!
This was typical of Govan Mbeki. It was an honour to have known him and to have served our wonderful country with him. May his family find solace in the fruits of his labour.]
Mr L G LEVER: Chairperson, I did not have the privilege of knowing the late Govan Mbeki personally. I was, however, personally privileged to live through a period of transformation in our country, in which the late Govan Mbeki played a profound role. He was part of the collective of leadership from all sectors of our society that led us away from the cycle of violence.
One only has to contemplate where we are today and what might have been, to appreciate the debt that we collectively owe to these leaders. As a collective, these leaders showed courage, humility, foresight and wisdom. I said that they had courage because they not only talked to parties that a very short while before had been their enemies, but also had the courage to listen to opposing points of view and face their own respective constituencies and negotiate acceptance of what must have been, in many circumstances, difficult compromises.
I said that these leaders showed humility because of the very fact that they were willing to listen to, appreciate and substantially accommodate different points of view. I said that these leaders showed foresight and wisdom because they appreciated that for this transformation to succeed, each and every individual had to be allowed to play a part and feel included in this transformation. Despite their undoubted achievements, there is still a long way to go.
The most fitting tribute we can give to the late Govan Mbeki is to ensure that what he and others initiated continues to build on solid foundations and ultimately succeeds. The DP supports the motion of condolence to our President and his family.
Mr A E VAN NIEKERK: Chairperson, there is a saying that goes, ``In the factory we make cosmetics, but in the shop we sell hope.’’ I only know from what I heard what the hon Mbeki did during the struggle, but I know from what I experienced from him as a Senator, Deputy President of the Senate and a colleague in the NCOP, that he sold hope.
A person’s reputation - and many of us have realised this colleague’s reputation only now, after his death - is a mixture of what his friends, enemies and relatives say behind his back. And it is only myself and colleague Neels Ackermann from the opposition who are still in this House and who started to serve in this Chamber with Senator Govan Mbeki.
Today I can state, without any doubts, that we always had the biggest appreciation for this father of and from the struggle.
As ek terugdink aan die gryskop wat daar oorkant, en soms hier in die stoel, gesit het, en ek sien die kop wat so effens bewe, en die innemende glimlag wat daar altyd op sy gesig was, is dit vandag vir my baie maklik om te sê: Rus in vrede, kollega Mbeki, rus in vrede, senator Mbeki, rus in vrede, oom Gov. (Translation of Afrikaans paragraph follows.)
[When I recall the grey-haired man who used to sit on the other side, and sometimes in the Chair here, and I picture the head, nodding slightly, and the endearing smile which was always on his face, I have no difficulty in saying today: Rest in peace, colleague Mbeki, rest in peace, Senator Mbeki, rest in peace, Oom Gov.]
Mrs N J VILAKAZI: Chairperson, on behalf of the IFP and KwaZulu-Natal no words could ever be adequate to express the way we felt on the departure of one of the greatest sons and heroes to ever walk the face of this continent.
As many have proclaimed, the late Uncle Govan, who through the grace of God brought to this world our President in this new South Africa, was a man of impeccable character, a veteran indeed. He inspired those around him with passion and devotion that he portrayed not only to his family and the people around him, but also to the whole country. As a testimony to this, his last wish was that he be laid to rest amongst his own people regardless of their socioeconomic status.
As the IFP, we extend our condolences to the President and his family. We say, when he was born they rejoiced, for the son was being added to the family, and now that he has passed on, the whole world cries with them. May they find strength and solace in knowing that our thoughts and prayers are with them in this time of bereavement. Glory be to God for his life, for he led the life of a hero.
Mr J O TLHAGALE: Chairperson and hon members, I stand here this afternoon to reiterate my party’s motion of condolence, which has been already transmitted directly to the bereaved Mbeki family, on the loss of their beloved father.
It is very seldom in life that a leader lives long enough to see or enjoy the fruits of his labour. This statement corroborates our Setswana idiom which says, ``Modiri ga se moji,’’ which means that under normal circumstances a person who has worked hard for the achievement of a certain goal usually dies long before its realisation.
However, today we are gathered here as colleagues and comrades to bear witness to a stalwart who defied and belied the normal course of events. He lived long enough to see and enjoy the democratic Government that he had cherished and suffered for. However, this was not all that made his heart rejoice. To crown it all, he saw his own son, Thabo, assuming the presidential reins, and I think that he goes to his heavenly home a delighted man. May his soul rest in peace.
Mr K D S DURR: Chairperson, I came to know Mr Govan Mbeki very briefly in the early nineties. I was the high commissioner in London, or rather the ambassador, as it was called at that time. He rang me to do me the courtesy of informing me that he was in London on a purely personal visit and that he did not want to take my time but wanted to do me the courtesy of having rung.
I immediately invited him to our embassy for a cup of tea and he honoured us with his presence. He arrived and I had the pleasure of showing him over the building and talking to him. He was very interested in all he saw and asked many questions. But what struck me about him was that here we had a highly civilised, self-effacing and mild-mannered gentleman who, because of his noble bearing, immediately commanded respect. He had something about him which, I have to say, I can only describe as a sweetness. We discussed much, sharing hopes and fears of our new dispensation. His remarks were always kindly, balanced, and full of wisdom and perspective. He was a man that one does not easily forget.
The sincere condolences of my party go out to his family at this time. We salute his memory and support the motion of condolence to the Mbeki family to be put before this House.
The CHAIRPERSON OF THE NCOP: Order! Before I ask the Chief Whip to rise, I must add our own condolences, as presiding officers, and indicate that at the request of the South African CPA delegation we, in fact, dedicated the contribution we made to the conference to the memory of Mr Mbeki, primarily because we learnt from the secretary-general of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association that Mr Mbeki had led South Africa’s first parliamentary delegation when we rejoined the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association. Therefore we were able to inform the conference of his loss and dedicate our contribution to his memory.
Debate concluded.
THE CHIEF WHIP OF THE COUNCIL: Chairperson, I think that we have spoken in one very powerful voice as a collective, provinces and political parties included.
I move the draft resolution printed in my name on the Order Paper, as follows:
That the Council -
(1) notes the passing on of Govan “Oom Gov” Mbeki, a stalwart of the struggle for the liberation of the people of South Africa;
(2) recognises the valuable contribution he made -
(a) as Deputy President of the then Senate and a member of the
Council in strengthening our democracy;
(b) as an educator, prolific writer, publicist and respected
revolutionary intellectual; and
(c) as freedom fighter and champion for the poor and for the
marginalised rural communities of our country;
(3) notes the selfless sacrifices he made relentlessly in the struggle for freedom, democracy and the building of a united and nonracial South Africa;
(4) believes that he served the nation with dedication, discipline and unwavering commitment and that he will be an inspiration to future generations; and
(5) expresses its sincere condolences to his wife, his son the President, and the entire Mbeki family in the knowledge that the whole nation mourns the loss of this noble son of Africa.
Motion agreed to in terms of section 65 of the Constitution.
NEW MEMBERS
The CHAIRPERSON OF THE NCOP: Order! We have dealt, members, with condolences to Mr Mbeki, who has now left us. I must, before we proceed to the next matter, inform the House of beginnings that start from this day. Those beginnings are to welcome three new hon members to the National Council of Provinces. They are: Mr Windvoël, who I am not sure is here. [Interjections.] He is not present. I hope this is not a pattern. [Laughter.] Mr Windvoël represents the Mpumalanga province. [Applause.] I also welcome Mr Ralane, who represents the Free State, and Mr Tolo, who is also of Mpumalanga province. [Applause.]
You are welcome, hon members, and we look forward to your contributions to the National Council.
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE
(Subject for Discussion)
Ms S N NTLABATI: Chairperson, let the House be sure that I am standing. [Laughter.] The Bloemfontein airport is small and it takes one minute or, at the most, two minutes to pass through. But last week this was not the case. For all of us who were there at that time our talk was around death, destruction, devastation, anxiety, anger, retaliation and revenge. We also thought about bruised soldiers of peace lying beneath ruins and the rubble, screaming for tolerance and peace throughout the ages. Their voices have never been heard and the halo of peace has been shattered for ever. As we assemble here to celebrate the International Day of Peace, new words have to be found to describe the depths of doom into which our world has fallen. The rhetoric of war has become the barter between fellow citizens and fellow citizens, African and African, Asian and Asian, Palestinian and Jew.
What the world saw last week and what was so brilliantly sensationalised by the mass media transcends our worst fears. How does anyone, or a teacher, explain this utter indifference to the sanctity of human life to our children? The truth is a mystery. Although there are requests for restraint, the quest for revenge has certainly reached the highest pitch.
Despite the efforts to harmonise societies and nations, despite the annual decoration of individuals and groups with the Nobel Peace prize and other global humanitarian awards, we as citizens of the world have failed to feel the cleavages between nations, cleavages that have their roots in one simple English word: ideology. Ideologies set off hatred, conflict and war and stem from the fact that I think my ideology is superior to the next person’s ideology. This is unfounded, because history has demonstrated that ideologies do become outdated.
It is my and my Government’s unyielding conviction upon the culmination of this International Day of Peace that the world needs permanent peace, peace that is predicated upon freedom, equality, brotherhood and sisterhood. We have to endeavour, in all our diversity, to ensure that the artificial schisms that separate us as a nation and nations of the world do not remain. We must cease to pursue the politics of selfishness and start to display the attributes of global citizenship. We need to demonstrate compassion and tolerance when dealing with our own citizens, as well as with those who seek refuge on our shores.
We must also accept responsibility for the damage and the harm we are doing to our environment. These objectives could well have been mentioned at the World Conference against Racism in Durban recently. We, in the ANC, believe they are, in fact, noble and are worth being sought in this 21st century. Some will argue that these objectives are hopelessly idealistic, but they will all contribute in different ways towards the conditions that will change the features of this planet and then there will be peace. They will never eliminate centuries of affliction some nations had to suffer. Neither will they create the utopian society we are all clamouring for. They will take decades, perhaps lifetimes, to bear fruit, but they could reduce, dramatically, the need to deploy the machinery of death against those whom the world has alienated. [Applause.]
Mnr P A MATTHEE: Mevrou die Voorsitter, presies ‘n week gelede op die minuut is nie alleen New York, Washington DC en die Verenigde State van Amerika nie, maar die hele wêreld tot in sy fondamente geruk deur die ergste en gruwelikste terroriste-aanval denkbaar waarin duisende onskuldige mense in ‘n oomblik van waansin omgekom het.
Dit is sekerlik die grootste skok wat die mensdom nog in my en in die meeste van ons hier teenwoordig se lewe getref het. Die gevoelens en gedagtes wat deur ‘n mens se brein geflits het terwyl die verskriklike gebeure voor ons oë op televisie afgespeel het, is onbeskryfbaar. Dit was asof ‘n mens nie kon glo dat wat jy sien die werklikheid is of selfs kán wees nie. (Translation of Afrikaans paragraphs follows.)
[Mr P A MATTHEE: Madam Chair, exactly one week ago to the minute not only New York, Washington DC and the United States of America, but the whole world was shaken to its foundations by the worst and most gruesome terrorist attack conceivable in which thousands of innocent people perished in one moment of madness.
This must surely be the biggest shock ever to have struck mankind in my life and that of most of us present here. The feelings and thoughts which flashed through one’s mind while the terrible events were unfolding before our eyes on television are beyond description. It was as if one could not believe that what we were seeing could be, or could even approximate, the truth.]
The attacks on New York and Washington were not simply attacks on the
United States, but attacks on freedom and democracy worldwide. It is a
bitter irony that the Culture of Peace Week, which is the annual highlight
of the United Nations International Decade for a Culture of Peace and
Nonviolence for the Children of the World 2001 to 2010, began last Tuesday,
11 September 2001, with the International Day of Peace and concludes today
with the Hear the Children Day of Peace.
Since 1983 the third Tuesday of September has been designated as an
international day of peace. On this day, as an expression of the We, the
peoples'' initiative, citizens of many nations are joining in a moment of
silence at noon in each time zone, lighting a candle and sending a light
wave of peace around the world for 24 hours. Two themes for this initiative
are,Out of many, one Unity in Diversity’’ and ``Peace begins with
oneself, living in harmony with one another and the earth.’’
Recently, the United Nations changed the International Day of Peace, the day on which the General Assembly opens, to the Tuesday following the second Monday of every September, during which a minute of silence for peace is traditionally observed.
The one thing that President George Bush said after this terrible tragedy that stuck in my mind is that adversity introduces one to oneself. It is important in times like this that we all examine ourselves and our relationship with our God and with others, because peace begins with ourselves, living in harmony with our Creator, with one another and with the earth.
In the 1995 World Summit of Children report, it is stated that:
We, the young peoples of the earth, propose that the third Tuesday of every September also be known worldwide as Hear the Children’s Day of Peace. On this day …
Today also.
… we would like to be given the opportunity to voice our opinions and ideas.
I have therefore thought it fit to conclude by quoting - may I say with full approval - from one of the winning essays of the 2001 Luthuli-Tutu Peace in Africa awards, written by a child, Raihan Suliman, a Grade 11 pupil at the Witbank High School. I want us to listen to what this child has to say to us on this day the Hear the Children Day of Peace:
Our lives, which are monumental odysseys, require certain qualities and values. These include the quality of respect. This is the admiration for a person’s good qualities, whether this respect is for a different race, a different culture or a different nation. With respect, we as a continent, can unite in bringing peace to our beloved land.
While staring at the world map I see a continent in the centre with hope and dreams, hope that one day peace may prevail with this entire continent and every inhabitant may lift their heads and proudly say, ``Nkosi Sikelele iAfrica’’. Let us focus on our goals, learn from our mistakes, maximise our potential and actualise our vision for peace in Africa.
We look forward to the future and its challenges that face us with confidence and faith that God will bless our honest efforts and fill us with love, hope and strength to make progress to build a better nation and, may I add, a better world for us all.
It is important to hear what our children have to say, what their dreams and aspirations are, and not only on the Hear the Children’s Day of Peace. [Applause.]
Me C S BOTHA: Mevrou die Voorsitster, die ironie van hierdie debat oor internasionale vrede, terwyl ons omring word deur die teenwoordigheid van ‘n dreigende derde wêreldoorlog, sal niemand ontsnap nie. Miskien is dit juis hierdie kontras wat die nodigheid van internasionale vrede helder in reliëf gooi.
Gedurende die laaste dekade was daar 49 streekskonflikte wat 12 miljoen vlugtelinge tot gevolg gehad het. In 1999 het 15 lande gestaak, maar 12 nuwes is by die konflik gevoeg. Volgens die Stockholm International Peace Research Institute het die belangrikste konflikte in die jaar 2000, waarvan daar 23 was, gedraai om ‘n verskeidenheid antagonistiese groepe wat gedryf is deur politieke ambisie, ekonomiese motiewe, ideologie en vrees.
Ons het dus nie soveel te doen met ‘n uitsonderlike situasie nie, as met ‘n kontinuum van gebeure. Selfs ons huidige debat oor globalisasie blyk duidelik een van akademiese aard te wees. Daar is geen ontsnapping van die gevolge van die wêreldpolitiek en -dinamiek nie. Of dit sleur ‘n mens mee, óf jy gee rigting daaraan. Dit is waar die keuse lê.
Die skoenlappereffek, wat in 1963 bekendheid verwerf het as die sogenaamde ``chaos teorie’’, is gegrond op ‘n soortgelyke beginsel. Die meteoroloog Edward Lorenz het gevind dat baie klein veranderinge in ‘n komplekse stelsel, soos die planetêre weerstelsel, tot geweldige groot en onverwagte nagevolge kan lei. Om die effek te beskryf, is die analogie van die enkele slag van ‘n skoenlapper se vlerk gemaak. Een slag van ‘n vlerk sal vandag ‘n skaars merkbare verandering in die toestand van ons atmosfeer veroorsaak. Die resultaat is egter dat oor ‘n gegewe tydperk die atmosfeer sal afwyk van wat daarsonder sou gebeur het. (Translation of Afrikaans paragraphs follows.)
[Ms C S BOTHA: Madam Chairperson, the irony of this debate on international peace, while we are surrounded by the presence of a threatening third world war, will not escape anyone. Perhaps it is precisely this contrast that would give clear perspective to the necessity of international peace.
During the last decade there were 49 regional conflicts, which produced 12 million refugees. In 1999, 15 countries withdrew, but 12 new ones joined the conflict. According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute the most important conflicts in the year 2000, of which there were 23, revolved around a variety of groups of antagonists driven by political ambition, economic motives, ideology and fear.
We are therefore not dealing so much with an exceptional situation as with a continuum of events. Even our current debate on globalisation clearly appears to be an academic debate. There is no escaping the consequences of world politics and dynamics. It either carries one away or one gives it direction. That is where the choice lies.
The butterfly effect, which gained notoriety as the so-called ``chaos theory’’ in 1963, is based on a similar principle. The meteorologist Edward Lorenz found that many small changes in a complex system, such as the planetary weather system, could cause tremendously major and unexpected consequences. To describe the effect the analogy was made of the single stroke of a butterfly’s wings. One stroke of a wing today will make a barely discernible change in the condition of the atmosphere. The result, however, is that in a given time the atmosphere will deviate from what would have happened had this not taken place.]
So it is with nations and persons. In a report by Kofi Annan on Durable Peace and Sustainable Development in Africa, he states that in those nations making efforts in good faith and adopting enlightened policies and where the international community is committed to making a difference, it has shown that significant transformation can be achieved.
But, he continues, there are places where governments and rebel groups persist in spending money on weapons they can ill afford. There are places where whole economies have come to depend on the perpetuation of war, where political power has been attained by violent, undemocratic means, and where poor governance deprives people of basic needs.
It would be well to bear these opposing states in mind when we sit with clutched hearts and wonder what the Bush government and the international community are going to do. The United States leadership guide has a three- step problem-solving process: recognise the problem, make an estimate of the situation and take action. This would apply as much to war as to the peace process.
Herman Melville’s famous words seem chillingly appropriate: We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibres connect us with our fellow men, and among those fibres, as sympathetic threads, our actions run as causes, and they come back to us as effects.
It is abundantly clear that we cannot isolate ourselves from the rest of the world, we are part of it. Nor does it help to sing Bob Dylan’s plaintive lyrics ``God is on our side’’. In religion lies the ability to provide international peace or to destroy it. And it is about time that this world of ours learns one simple truth: that God is on all our sides, that humanity is not divisible, that peace is not divisible, and that the point at which to start with proof is at the point of the butterfly’s wing
- in this Chamber, starting with each of us. [Applause.]
Mr M J BHENGU: Chairperson, peace is an outcome. It is not a process, because a process requires equal justice, and a fair distribution of resources, which requires cultural understanding, democracy and a rights- based culture. Therefore, to ensure that there is peace, there must be democracy. In short, there will be no peace without democracy. Economically speaking, poor nations of the world must be helped to develop themselves economically. Economic development of poor nations would mean actual stability in the whole world.
Therefore, global peace can be achieved if there is reverence for the sanctity of life and respect for life. There can be global peace if there is respect and celebration of diversity in respect of race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, tradition, custom, etc. We need to have respect for humanity. Therefore, nations of the world must begin to appreciate and strive to belong to the family of humanity.
What happened to the USA augurs very badly for world peace. That catastrophe, to many of us, is a recipe for the Third World War. As such, we reject it as an abominable act of brutality on innocent human lives. We urge the nations of the world to unite and uproot whatever caused that catastrophe, and, at the same time, prevent any possibility of the advent of the Third World War. Peace on earth, peace in the world. [Applause.]
Mr R M NYAKANE: Madam Chair, the 2001 to 2010 decade has been proclaimed the International Decade for a Culture of Peace and Nonviolence for the Children of the World by the United Nations. The SADC’s heads of states have unequivocally welcomed and adopted this proclamation.
It is not the first time that people’s hopes for world peace have been embedded in their thinking. The president of the USA, Woodrow Wilson, once had the same dream. He was a staunch idealist whose hope for world peace was immersed in his thinking during 1917. We are told that when he returned to the White House from the war with Germany in 1917, he put his head on the table and sobbed. Many thought that World War I would be the war to end all wars.
President Wilson was a leading advocate for the League of Nations, which he hoped would ensure peace. Subsequent to World War I, the world has experienced World War II - in the year in which I was born - protracted Middle East wars, the execution of Christian converts, genocides in the DRC and Burundi, wars between Ethiopians and Eritreans and the destruction of innocent human life in Angola, simply on account of leadership ambition, as well as the recent destruction of the World Trade Centre and the Pentagon in the USA. This leaves us with the question: Can this world ever know true peace?
Henry G Bosch once uttered the following words: ``Because we can neither change the past nor manipulate the future, we are peaceless.’’
The world today lives in hatred. Our hearts are harnessed to fear, hate, selfishness and greed. We are told that almost 3 000 years ago, King Solomon made three insightful observations about the rat race of life. I shall only highlight one observation. He observed that there was an inherent desire in most human beings to outdo or destroy their fellow man, that this was the motive behind much of human industriousness and that this culminated in a no-win situation.
Man has first to be at peace with himself. For the purpose of amplifying my argument, may I quote:
People come in all sizes, colour and conditions. Before we set aside those who do not match our personal standards, we need to remind ourselves that our Creator does not play favourites.
Conventions and summits for world peace only serve as ceremonial gestures, rather than bona fide forums for ensuring true regional or world peace.
Human society today is entangled in a life of hate, ambition, jealousy, dissension, etc. For true world peace to materialise, we should allow the Holy Spirit to control mankind. It is only then that joy, love, peace, kindness, faithfulness and self-control will be an integral part of our lives. It is then that the dream of world leaders such as former president Woodrow Wilson for true world peace could come true.
In conclusion, may I leave this House, once more, with this question: Can this world ever know true peace? [Applause.]
Mr J O TLHAGALE: Chairperson, hon members of this House, the limited time at my disposal did not allow me to do in-depth research into the origin of this, the International Day of Peace, and the circumstances that gave rise to it. However, it is not an unknown fact that man is generally not at peace with himself, let alone with his neighbours. [Interjections.]
If he is a rich man, he wants to amass more wealth, and the more wealth he accumulates, the more he wants, even to the extent of wanting the whole world and creation under his subordination and control.
Today is the International Day of Peace. Our responsibility is to cultivate the awareness that we are all, irrespective of race, colour and creed, members of a global community of life, and that we share a common mission and responsibility for the future of our country. This day of peace almost coincided with the day of war during which the World Trade Centre in America was bombed by unknown forces of evil.
I also wish to join the chorus of condemnation of the perpetrators of that ghastly deed who had absolutely no regard for the sanctity of human life. I also wish to condemn terrorism, and support the idea that terrorists be traced and dealt with according to the lawful prescriptions of the particular country.
The mobilisation of military forces in order to retaliate against the countries that are allegedly harbouring the suspects is not conducive to the building of this rare commodity called peace. Many innocent lives would be lost in the same manner as in the attack by the terrorists and, therefore, there would be no difference between the actions of the terrorists and of the civilised Christian country. However, America must re- examine itself look deep into itself to consider what its role was in the past when other countries suffered similar bombings. [Applause.] [Interjections.]
The CHAIRPERSON OF THE NCOP: Order! Order!
Mr K D S DURR: Chairperson, I just wish to thank my colleagues for their speeches and for renewing my faith in our country. I think there have been some wonderful contributions.
Today we are discussing, of course, the International Day of Peace, at a time when war clouds are gathering that threaten that peace, after the cowardly and barbaric attack by international terrorists upon the vital international organisations’ buildings in New York and the other US targets last week. Unfortunately, therefore, we cannot celebrate international peace, but what we can do is to commit ourselves and redouble our efforts to strive for that elusive peace. We in the Cape can sympathise very strongly with all of those who were hurt recently, because our own city, Cape Town, has been the target of 65 terrorist attacks these past few years. We forget so quickly. Some of these attacks also appear to have had international sponsors and international connections.
I think, for example, of the cowardly attack upon Planet Hollywood. In our hour of need we had the welcome support of the FBI of the US, who, along with others, continue to help our security services to meet the challenge to our security, safety and freedom posed by acts of terrorism and lawlessness.
It is right, therefore, for our President to say, and we support what he said, that we will do everything possible to lend whatever help and advice we can to contribute to hunting down the dangerous criminals that have perpetrated these heinous terrorist crimes, and against whom all peace and freedom-loving peoples are mobilising around the world.
I say ``around the world’’ because it is true that in the Middle East, Europe, the Far East, Africa and the Americas, all civilised people are standing together against this new threat to civilisation.
If it is allowed to continue, the whole fabric of society will become threatened. Anyone travelling anywhere, for whatever purpose, can suddenly become the innocent victim of a horrendous crime, indiscriminately perpetrated.
The civilised world needs to unite and will act against these individuals and, where necessary, against collaborators that host these international criminals.
The acts of recent times strike against all peace-loving people everywhere, and that is why we need to denounce, reject and condemn terrorism unconditionally wherever and whenever it raises its ugly head.
Our hearts go out to all those who have directly or indirectly suffered loss of life and property in these deadly attacks, as well as to those who are called to deal with the dangerous aftermath.
It is our earnest hope that where possible the criminals involved will be delivered from wherever they are, so that the law can take its course and justice can prevail. For the world to be safe for democracy, for liberty and freedom, it needs to be unsafe for those that violate that very peace.
May God bless those who have suffered in these horrendous attacks. May President Bush and his government and other governments around the world receive the strength, the ability, the support and the courage to respond effectively, wisely and swiftly to international terrorism to remove this growing cancer from the globalising world.
We strongly support the words of our President, recently said on behalf of our nation in response to President Bush after the recent tragedy. May God bless all of those who must seek peace on our behalf. [Applause.]
THE CHIEF WHIP OF THE COUNCIL: Chairperson, I would like to believe that today we celebrate the capacity and the will of humankind to achieve peace and live in tolerance and harmony. As Mr Matthee correctly pointed out, the events as they unfolded on the television screens were somewhat surreal. We, too, have felt the anger, the anxiety, the anguish and the shame of those people - both the Americans and those people all over the world. We also shared in the suffering of the people, not only from America, but from all nations, who were victims of the attack.
Mr Matthee also emphasised one particular element, which, quite interestingly, is one of the principles of the United Nations declaration. It is an overemphasis on the material wellbeing of nations and an underemphasis on their spiritual wellbeing.
I think what Mr Tlhagale has said is perhaps correct, namely that one should not be overhasty, injudicious and indiscriminate in terms of how we respond. When Miss Ntlabati spoke, somebody commented about her height, but I think it is her words that we should pay attention to, and I refer to the last part of what she had to say. She spoke of the bruised soldiers of peace lying beneath the ruins. Will we hear their cries for peace and tolerance, or shall the fragile halo of peace be forever shattered?
I think this is the choice that humanity is facing.
We share the pain and suffering of people in America, in Kenya, in Nairobi, in Palestine, and in China - all those who have been afflicted by violence. But we do, as we have proved quite demonstrably in South Africa, believe that by recognising the diversity of nations, by having a firm resolve and a will to achieve peace and harmony, we can, as a global community, achieve peace and harmony.
Debate concluded.
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE
(Draft Resolution)
The CHIEF WHIP OF THE COUNCIL: Chairperson, we have, together, crafted a motion which I would like to put before the House, which reflects the thinking and the understanding of all political parties and representatives of this House. With your kind permission I would like to put the motion to the House. I therefore move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) notes that today is the International Day of Peace;
(2) further notes that today is the culmination of the “Hear the Children Day of Peace Programme”;
(3) believes that global peace can only be achieved if there is -
(a) reverence for the sanctity of life;
(b) respect for freedom under the law;
(c) respect for the diversity in respect of race, ethnicity,
religions, cultures, languages, traditions and customs;
(d) social justice which seeks to redress the disparities between
the rich and the poor; and
(e) a will to eliminate all forms of racism and related intolerance;
(4) recognises South Africa’s efforts in creating a diverse and united country by entrenching -
(a) the rights of cultural, religious and linguistic communities;
(b) the bedrock values of human dignity, equality and freedom; and
(c) a policy of engagement and discussion with a view to achieving
global harmony and peace;
(5) shares in the anguish and the grief suffered by innocent victims of intolerance, violence and injustice wherever it occurs; and
(6) enjoins the global community to strive for peace and harmony.
[Applause.]
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.
CLOSE CORPORATIONS AMENDMENT BILL
(Consideration of Bill and of Report thereon) The DEPUTY MINISTER OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY: Madam Chairperson, hon Deputy Chairperson, hon members, when the Close Corporations Act was passed by Parliament in 1984 the electronic processing of documentation was not yet a reality, and the Act consequently did not cater for it. Amendments to this Act are therefore necessary in order to keep abreast with trends in the electronic or automated registration of close corporations.
Approximately four years ago the SA Companies Regulatory Office, which we call Sacro for short, embarked on the development of a completely electronic and computerised system for the incorporation of companies and close corporations. This new process also includes the registration of corporate documentation and other information in respect of these entities, and means that another of the primary functions of the registration office, which is the disclosure of corporate information, can be performed electronically.
The ultimate goal here is to provide a better service to the public and stakeholders in South Africa, and to assist in attracting foreign investment through proper disclosure. It must be clearly understood that this new system has been developed as an additional functionality, and it will not in the immediate future replace the existing paper-based structures and procedures of lodgment of documents at the registration office. In time it may, however, become the main way of dealing with the registration office as it moves from a totally manual system to a semicomputerised one, which is the stage where we are at now, and ultimately to a totally computerised system.
This new system was developed in co-operation with the SA Revenue Service, various state departments and other regulators and interested parties from the private sector. The development phase has been finalised and the registration office is now ready for the further implementation of a new system.
Allow me to turn to the amending Bill itself. The Bill aims to amend the Close Corporations Act of 1984 to legally enable the lodgement of documents and disclosure of information in respect of close corporations by means of electronic processes. The Bill therefore seeks to introduce enabling provisions regarding the following matters: the phasing in of the electronic lodgment of corporate forms, the phasing in of the electronic payment of prescribed fees and other fees for services rendered and the electronic disclosure of corporate information.
The new system has already been partly implemented. All kinds of documentation lodged with the registration office, which currently run to about 9 000 documents per day for both close corporations and companies, are recorded on an electronic tracking system. The benefits of this system are that the staff at Sacro have instant information pertaining to the status of applications and the whereabouts of historic files. We are also told that the system has enabled them to reduce telephonic enquiries from 200 000 per month to less than 100 000.
This tracking system makes it possible to determine at any time exactly when any document has been received, and what its current status in respect of processing. This information is already fully available on the registration office’s Internet website, which is also accessible though our own DTI website. For those who are interested the relevant website addresses are: www.dti.gov.za/sacro for the companies office; and www.dti.gov.za for the general DTI website, that is, our homepage.
One of the main advantages of introducing this new electronic system is that it will enable the registration office to take its registration and disclosure services to the people, people in all areas, including the most remote areas in South Africa; and, for that matter, the world will eventually be able to access these services through the electronic media.
At first glance it may not seem realistic to take high technology to rural and remote areas, expecting unsophisticated people to access these opportunities. But, the fact is that by doing this, numerous new points of entry into the services of our registration office are being made available to the public. In this regard, the decentralisation of these services can be achieved by utilising all available outlets of Government offices, private organisations, private businesses and even individuals with access to the Internet.
An added benefit here is that this will reduce the cost involved for ordinary people, as they will not have to pay lawyers to do searches for them. One can do a search, starting with the name of the company one wants to register, to information which tracks where one’s documents are. One does not need an attorney to do the searches for one; one can already do that through the Internet.
I think, secondly, that most practising lawyers will know the second saving. This will save the cost of two attorneys - one in one’s hometown and one a correspondent in Pretoria, which is what is happening currently. Because the office is located only in Pretoria, attorneys all over the country have to appoint somebody in Pretoria as a correspondent.
The end result is that a client pays for both his or her attorney and also for the correspondent’s fee. We are hoping that this decentralisation is going to avoid the duplication of the cost. I am not sure how the Pretoria attorneys are going to receive this news. [Interjections.] [Laughter] I am happy I am not practising as an attorney anymore.
Currently, there is only one national office in Pretoria providing these services, but with a properly managed electronic central database and an electronic processing system, which will allow remote electronic lodgment of documentation and requests for information, these services can be properly and effectively decentralised. This electronic decentralisation of services will form part of the next phase of the automation project at the registration office.
The first priority, however, is to create a proper legal environment within which to develop and expand the new system. With the system properly implemented, the registration office might well become a world leader in registering corporate documents and disclosure of corporate information, but in order for the registration office to be able to perform properly and deliver what is asked of it and required from it, it needs to conform to all the latest technology.
Finally, as the implementation progresses further, meaningful benefits, both tangible and intangible, will be accrued. Some of these benefits are that our operating costs will be reduced; we will be in a position to recover quantifiable costs from Sars, and other government departments, for services rendered by us which are currently being borne by ourselves because we are not able to quantify them. This, we are informed, is going to increase the income of the registration office. We are also going to be able to enforce regulations as stipulated in the Act, because companies will be forced, as they register, to comply with certain reporting mechanisms. Also because the data is computerised, available and accessible, we will be able to monitor and make sure that companies which do not comply are fined. Currently, it is totally impossible to enforce the regulations in terms of the Act. With all the benefits that this new system brings, I have no doubt that all the hon members of this House will support the Close Corporation Amendment Bill. [Applause.]
Mr S L E FENYANE: Chairperson, approximately four years ago the SA Companies Regulatory Office, in co-operation with the SA Revenue Service, departments of state, other regulators and the private sector, embarked on the development of a completely electronic and computerised system for the incorporation of close corporations and the registration of corporate information in respect of such corporations. Hence, the introduction of this Bill before us. I will not repeat what the Minister has already said, which is essentially, what I had prepared in this paragraph. I will skip it.
I am pleased to indicate that the select committee has unconditionally supported the amending Bill, and I hope the House will also support the Bill. This Bill effectively enhances the policies and objectives that the Government wishes to implement in the formation and promotion of economic growth and technological accessibility to the broader South African community. It is the reality of our times that the modern world we live in is one driven by technology. According to President Mbeki:
The extraordinary revolution in modern technology offers ever more powerful and astonishing capabilities, affecting primarily the developed world.
This is the digital divide that Africa has to close to boost its own economy for the benefit of its people, as has been the case in the developed countries. Joining the rest of the world in embracing technology will thus benefit South Africa profusely.
The passing of this Bill, I believe, will provide an important framework which will benefit all South Africans. This will encourage productivity enhancement and enable South Africans to cross the digital divide with ease and, thereby, in the words of Nelson Mandela, ``reap the fruits of the globalising world that is trying to redefine itself.’’ The Bill has a crucial role to play in directing resources to the people and it will benefit the general public in the following ways: firstly, it will save time, energy and expense, as people will not have to travel long distances to register close corporations; secondly, it will minimise administrative hassles; thirdly, documentation will be safely stored; fourthly, it will upgrade skills and broaden knowledge in the area of technology; and fifthly, South Africans on the outskirts of the country and in far-flung areas will be able to register companies without necessarily having to go to the area designated for registration. Thus, it is without any doubt in my mind that technology will encourage growth within our boundaries and facilitate the further insertion of the economy into the global mainstream.
On behalf of the select committee I therefore support the amending Bill and see it as one of the steps towards putting South Africa on the technology superhighway. This will prove beneficial for our economy, and I am asking members to support it. I so move. [Applause.]
Debate concluded.
Bill agreed to in accordance with section 75 of the Constitution.
The Council adjourned at 15:41. ____
ANNOUNCEMENTS, TABLINGS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
MONDAY, 2 JULY 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
The Minister of Communications on 25 June 2001 submitted a draft of the
Postal Services Amendment Bill, 2001, as well as the memorandum
explaining the objects of the proposed legislation, to the Speaker and
the Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The draft has been referred
to the Portfolio Committee on Communications and the Select Committee
on Labour and Public Enterprises by the Speaker and the Chairperson,
respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
WEDNESDAY, 4 JULY 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
The Minister for Justice and Constitutional Development on 28 June 2001
submitted drafts of the Interception and Monitoring Bill, 2001, the
Interim Rationalisation of Jurisdiction of High Courts Bill, 2001, the
International Criminal Court Bill, 2001, and the Judicial Matters
Amendment Bill, 2001, as well as the memoranda explaining the objects
of the proposed legislation, to the Speaker and the Chairperson in
terms of Joint Rule 159. The drafts have been referred to the Portfolio
Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development and the Select
Committee on Security and Constitutional Affairs by the Speaker and the
Chairperson, respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
The following papers have been tabled and are now referred to the
Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development and to
the Select Committee on Security and Constitutional Affairs:
(a) Report of the South African Law Commission on a New Sentencing
Framework, Project 82 [RP 57-2001].
(b) The Fourth Interim Report of the South African Law Commission on
Aspects of the Law Relating to Aids, Project 85 [RP 40-2001].
National Council of Provinces:
- The Chairperson:
The following paper has been tabled and is now referred to the Select
Committee on Finance:
Report and Financial Statements of the Public Investment Commissioners
for 1999-2000, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the
Financial Statements for 1999-2000 [RP 201-2000].
WEDNESDAY, 11 JULY 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Ad Hoc Committee on Powers and Privileges of Parliament
(National Assembly) published a draft Powers and Immunities of
Parliament Bill, 2001, in Government Gazette No 22463 on 11 July
2001. The draft Bill was published in accordance with National
Assembly Rule 241, read with Rule 239, after the Assembly had
resolved, on 5 April 2001, that the committee had to introduce
such a Bill in accordance with Chapter 13 of the Rules of the
Assembly after complying with the abovementioned Rules. In the
notice in the Gazette, interested persons and institutions were
invited to submit written comments on the draft Bill before 1
August 2001.
(2) On 11 July 2001 the following Bill, on request of the Minister
of Transport, was introduced in the National Council of Provinces
by the Select Committee on Public Services. It has been referred
to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms
of Joint Rule 160:
(i) National Land Transport Transition Amendment Bill [B 39 -
2001] (National Council of Provinces - sec 76) [Explanatory
summary of Bill and prior notice of its introduction published
in Government Gazette No 22300 of 18 May 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Select Committee on Public
Services of the National Council of Provinces.
(3) The Minister of Finance submitted the Wysigingswetsontwerp op
Inkomstewette [W 36 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 77) to the
Speaker and the Chairperson on 9 July 2001. The Revenue Laws
Amendment Bill [B 36 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 77) was
introduced in the National Asssembly by the Minister on 22 June
2001.
National Council of Provinces:
- The Chairperson:
(1) The vacancy in the representation of the Province of the Free
State, which occurred owing to the resignation of Mr A Marais with
effect from 29 June 2001, has been filled with effect from 3 July
2001 by the appointment of Mr T Ralane.
(2) The vacancies in the representation of the Province of
Mpumalanga, which occurred owing to the resignation of Mr M Bhabha
and Mr J L Mahlangu with effect from 30 June 2001, have been
filled with effect from 2 July 2001 by the appointment of Mr B J
Tolo and Mr V V Z Windvoël.
WEDNESDAY, 25 JULY 2001 ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) on 17 July 2001 in terms of
Joint Rule 160(4), classified the following Bill as a section 76
Bill:
(i) National Land Transport Transition Amendment Bill [B 39 -
2001] (National Council of Provinces - sec 76).
(2) The Minister of Sport and Recreation submitted the Wetsontwerp
op Suid-Afrikaanse Boks [W 13 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75)
to the Speaker and the Chairperson on 11 July 2001. The South
African Boxing Bill [B 13 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) was
introduced in the National Asssembly by the Minister on 5 March
2001.
(3) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Foreign
Affairs in the National Assembly on 24 July 2001 and referred to
the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of
Joint Rule 160:
(i) Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges Amendment Bill [B 40
- 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of
Bill and prior notice of its introduction published in
Government Gazette No 22337 of 8 June 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Foreign Affairs of the National Assembly.
NOTE:
The Portfolio Committee on Foreign Affairs has been instructed
by the Speaker in terms of National Assembly Rule 249(3)(c) to
consult the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional
Development on the Bill.
(4) The Minister of Education on 5 July 2001 submitted drafts of the
Education Laws Amendment Bill, 2001, General and Further Education
and Training Quality Assurance Bill, 2001, and Higher Education
Amendment Bill, 2001, as well as the memoranda explaining the
objects of the proposed legislation, to the Speaker and the
Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The drafts have been
referred to the Portfolio Committee on Education and the Select
Committee on Education and Recreation by the Speaker and the
Chairperson, respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(5) The Minister for Justice and Constitutional Development on 13
July 2001 submitted drafts of the Constitution of the Republic of
South Africa Amendment Bill, 2001, and Constitution of the
Republic of South Africa Second Amendment Bill, 2001, as well as
the memoranda explaining the objects of the proposed legislation,
to the Speaker and the Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The
drafts have been referred to the Portfolio Committee on Justice
and Constitutional Development and the Select Committee on
Security and Constitutional Affairs by the Speaker and the
Chairperson, respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(6) The Minister for Agriculture and Land Affairs on 24 July 2001
submitted drafts of the Agricultural Debt Management Bill, 2001,
Animal Health Bill, 2001, Animal Identification Bill, 2001,
Veterinary and Para-veterinary Professions Amendment Bill, 2001,
and KwaZulu Cane Growers Association Act Repeal Bill, 2001, as
well as the memoranda explaining the objects of the proposed
legislation, to the Speaker and the Chairperson in terms of Joint
Rule 159. The drafts have been referred to the Portfolio Committee
on Agriculture and Land Affairs and the Select Committee on Land
and Environmental Affairs by the Speaker and the Chairperson,
respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- Report of the Joint Standing Committee on Intelligence for 2000-01, dated 19 June 2001:
STATEMENT OF THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE JSCI
The end of the Cold War has led to a change in the strategic threat
environment internationally and this environment has continued to
justify the existence of the Intelligence Services to protect national
security interests of peoples and governments throughout the world.
This strategic threat environment is characterized by the
unpredictability, proliferation and diversification of national
security threats.
The nature of these threats is no longer confined to a nation state and
is increasingly becoming transnational in nature. Organized crime
groups, for example, have a significant impact on our personal and
economic well being by importing and selling drugs, operating
prostitution rings, stealing and smuggling people from other countries
into South Africa. Terrorist groups raise funds and plan operations
here. People guilty of crimes abroad hide out in South Africa. This
calls for more co-operation between nations and peoples throughout the
world.
The Government of South Africa has a responsibility to monitor threats
to South Africa and South African Citizens so that it can take action.
It also has an obligation to contribute to international attempts to
counter organized crime, terrorism, weapons proliferation and similar
activities.
The pre-occupation of the Joint Standing Committee, on behalf of this
parliament, has been to:
* review the focus of our Intelligence Services;
* evaluate their efficient and effective use of resources;
* assess their ability to rise to these new and dynamic challenges in a
co-operative and co-ordinated manner;
* working within the framework of the law whilst still being able to
exercise their craft and creativity; and
* ensure that they have the necessary resources with which to face
these ever changing challenges.
In these changing international security conditions, we face the challenge of balancing openness and secrecy, which is why the JSCI was established. The JSCI is there to ensure that the Services do their work without fear or favour and in keeping with the legislative prescripts laid down by this Parliament.
We approach our work from the perspective that national security is an instrument for us to enjoy a better life free from fear and free from need. We get to grips with this challenge knowing that our freedom as individuals and as a nation needs protection and that the Services have, in the course of their work, to ensure that they respect these strictures.
Gone are the days when the Intelligence Services were a law unto themselves as we have been able to ensure that there is parliamentary and public accountability. In this regard I am happy to state that the Committee has found no evidence regarding the contravention of the mandates by the Services.
Equally, we as a people have to ensure that if the Services are to fulfil their mandates they need our support and an optimal working environment. Importantly, the protection of national security is a national enterprise in which we should do our part.
The appointment of the Inspector General of Intelligence is an important element of control over the Intelligence Services. This appointment will strengthen the intelligence dispensation and the work of the Committee and will go a long way towards empowering the President and the responsible Ministers in their work of supervision over the Services.
The Committee continues to be an important oversight instrument on behalf of this Parliament. The challenge facing both the Committee and Parliament is to put in place a framework that would ensure that there is no duplication between the work of the JSCI and that of other committees created. In this regard the streamlining of reporting lines, the ethical code of behaviour and the regulations and rules governing the Committee in relation to Parliament need to be given priority.
We note with appreciation the emergence of a culture of dealing sensitively with matters of national security and attribute this to the national consensus, which has characterized the work of the committee from the onset. I hope that this will continue in future.
It is thus my great pleasure to table this annual report of the JSCI to the National Assembly and to the National Council of Provinces on behalf of all my colleagues, as required by Section 6 of the Intelligence Services Control Act, 1994 (Act 40 of 1994).
Thank you,
N N Mapisa-Nqakula Chairperson
Members of the Committee
The following are Members of the Joint Standing Committee on Intelligence:
T Makwetla (Mr) M Goniwe (Mr)
E Ebrahim (Mr) J Mahlangu (Mr)
M Scott (Mr) P Schalkwyk (Brigadier-General)
L Landers (Mr) L Ndabandaba (Prof)
D Bloem (Mr) M Olckers (Ms)
S van der Merwe (Ms) S Abram (Mr)
S Cwele (Dr) L Green (Mr)
Contents
Section 1: Introduction
Section 2: Role and Functions
a Review and make Recommendations
b. Order Investigations
c. Refer matters to Human Rights Commission
d. Consider any other matter referred to it
e. Hold Hearings and to request attendance
f. Consult Cabinet Members
g. Consider Reports on the Appropriation of Funds for NIA and SASS
h. Nomination of the Inspector-General of Intelligence
i. Determining Conditions of Service with the President
j. Investigate the Inspector-General of Intelligence
k. Special reports to JSCI and the President
l. Initiate and Recommend Rules and Orders for the Functions of
JSCI
Section 3: Reports
a. Audit Report
b. Evaluation Committee
c. Report on Interception and Monitoring Prohibition Act 127
d. Budget Reports
e. IG Reports and Certificates
Section 4: Intelligence Structures
a. National Intelligence Coordinating Committee
b. National Intelligence Agency
c. South African Secret Services
d. South African National Defence Force - Defence Intelligence
e. South African Police Service - Crime Intelligence
f. Office of the Inspector-General
Section 5: International Relations
a. African Countries
b. Rest of the World
Section 6: Budget
Allocation and Expenditure
Section 7: Conclusion
Annexures
Section 1 Introduction
This report is structured to reflect the establishment of the JSCI, its role and oversight functions. It further reflects on matters that the JSCI handled in the past year.
The Intelligence Services Control Act No. 40 of 1994 stipulates eight functions to be performed by the Committee. The Act allows the Committee to have limited access to intelligence, information and documents as articulated in the Act. At all times in performing its business, the Committee must conduct its functions in a manner consistent with the protection of national security. Contravention of the provision of secrecy by a member of the Committee is an offence and is liable on conviction to a fine, or imprisonment for a period not exceeding five years. However the challenge presently facing the Committee is to formulate regulations to be adopted by the Rules Committee of Parliament. This has arisen because of the experience of the Committee.
At its inception, the law provided that the Committee be constituted by all the political parties represented in Parliament. After the 1999 elections, amendments to the principal Act were effected as per Section 2(a) of the Intelligence Services Control Bill which requires that only the majority party and the first five political majority parties should be represented on the Committee. The political parties represented, therefore, are the African National Congress (ANC), Democratic Party (DP), Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), New National Party (NNP), United Democratic Movement (UDM) and the African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP). The Committee would like to report also that the Honourable Member Brig-Gen. P. Schalkwyk has since replaced the Honourable Member R. Pillay of the Democratic Party.
There are people who pay attention to intelligence matters. Among them are academics, lawyers, journalists, and other intelligence groupings. These people have views on what the JSCI should be doing and how it should go about its work. Some of these views have been expressed in the number of interactions the JSCI has had with the public. These include round table discussions on intelligence. Among issues raised were:
* Concerns on the protection of the individual rights against abuse by
the intelligence apparatus.
* `Restrictions' on members of the Services who have terminated their
services for one reason or another.
* Interception of communication and screening of individuals.
Most South Africans have a negative attitude towards the Intelligence Services. There are opinions on the way JSCI conducts its business. Some opinions contend that the JSCI’s main task is to assure Parliament that the Intelligence Services are conducting their intelligence activities within the law. The history of the Intelligence Services of the Republic requires the JSCI to take this a step further. In the past, South African Intelligence Services were used to suppress all activities that strived for support and promotion of human rights and democracy in the Republic. The members of the JSCI collectively adopted a resolution to try to change this mindset on the part of the citizen of the Republic.
Other opinions contend that the JSCI should be confined to reporting to Parliament only. The Committee would like to remind these people that it is the duty of the JSCI to report to the public through Parliament on activities of the Intelligence Services. For each and every disclosure made by it the JSCI is mindful of national security when going public on issues pertaining to the Services.
In its reporting, the Committee is mindful of the trust and confidence that it enjoys from the public as well as from the Intelligence Services. This trust must be constantly nurtured. This report, therefore, fulfils the JSCI’s legal obligation to Parliament as stipulated in the Act.
Section 2 Oversight Role
The Intelligence Services Control Act No 40 of 1994 as amended, provides for the establishment of a Joint Standing Committee on Intelligence. The work of the Committee is to examine the administration, expenditure and policies of our Intelligence Services. The Committee is reported to by the Services under the Official Secrets Act 56 of 1978 and operates within the secrecy code. The Committee is subject to the Constitution, and performs the oversight functions set out in Act 40 of 1994 in relation to the Intelligence and counter-intelligence functions of the Services and reports to Parliament annually. The following is the account of what the Committee has managed to achieve as per its statutory functions:
a. Order Investigations
The Committee has a responsibility to order an investigation into on any matter reported to it either by the member of the public or a member from the Intelligence Services. The Committee can either order Heads of Services or the Inspector General of Intelligence Services to investigate the matter.
In the past year the only order was for the Inspector General to investigate the allegation of recruitment of journalists by the Defence Intelligence. The Committee has not yet received the report on the matter.
b. Refer matters to Human Rights Commission
No complaint has been received that relates to abuse of Human Rights, therefore nothing has been referred to the Human Rights Commission in the past year.
The Committee intends to improve relations with the Human Rights Commission so as to have sound interaction on matters that relate to the Services in particular.
c. Consider any other matter referred to it
The only matter that was referred to the JSCI was from the South African Secret Service. The matter involved one of the JSCI members. The Committee can report that the matter has been dealt with appropriately and was concluded.
d. Hold Hearings and to request attendance
The Services have appeared before the Committee to answer certain questions on several occasions. See annexure I for detail.
e. To review and make recommendations regarding interdepartmental co- operation and the rationalisation and demarcation of functions relating to intelligence and counter-intelligence between SASS, SANDF and SAPS.
The annual presentations to the Committee by each of the Services’ Heads on performance, current priorities, future plans and finances took place from February to April 2001. To ensure that the Committee is kept fully informed on the full range of the Services’ activities, additional programme of more frequent briefings to the Committee on the Services’ priorities, successes and problems have been agreed upon. The current mandate of the Services as stipulated in the National Strategic Intelligence Act, 1994 is still relevant and does not warrant a review. However, co-ordination of the intelligence activities needs to be strengthened to eradicate duplication of resources and sources of information. Areas of overlap have to be addressed by NICOC so as to improve intelligence efficiency. The integration of signals intelligence capability, which is currently being driven by the Ministry for Intelligence, is of importance is welcomed by the Committee.
f. Consultation with Cabinet Members
The fundamental principle of democracy is that the executive should be accountable to Parliament. The setting up of the Joint Standing Committee on Intelligence at the inception of democracy in this country was an inevitable process of social evolution. The provision for an Oversight Committee on Intelligence in the Constitution was meant to make the Intelligence Services accountable to Parliament. This independent parliamentary scrutiny of the Intelligence Services has helped prevent crises in the Intelligence Services and has improved public confidence in the operations of all the Intelligence Services of the Republic.
The Committee has only had meetings with the Minister for Intelligence Services. The Committee has not had the opportunity of meeting with the Ministers of Safety and Security and of Defence. This situation should not be allowed to continue. Time has to be found for fruitful interactions between the JSCI and the Ministries so that issues that affect the Services can be dealt with without delay.
g. Consideration of Reports on the Appropriation of Funds for NIA and SASS
This is an ongoing function, which coincides with the budget cycle of the Services. The Committee has discharged this function without encountering any problems from the Agency and the Service.
However, the Committee considers recommending an amendment to the Act for purposes of Defence Intelligence and Crime Intelligence reports to be included for consideration also by the Committee. h. Nomination of the Inspector-General of Intelligence
In March 2000, the Committee processed the nomination of the Inspector General of Intelligence Services. The appointment was effected on the 1st of May 2000. At the moment the Ministry, the Committee and the Inspector- General are looking at the best possible ways of ensuring that the Office of the Inspector-General can discharge its duties effectively. They are seeking to ensure that the office of the IG can be optimally utilized by the President, Parliament (as public representatives), the Ministers responsible for Services and the Intelligence Services without anyone feeling prejudiced.
The Committee, in attempting to assist and ensure that the Office of the Inspector General is set up appropriately, and adequately staffed, has visited offices of the Inspectors-General in the United States of America. The Committee also attended a conference on Inspector General in Canada.
The Committee concurred with the Ministers for Intelligence Services and Defence respectively on the guidelines on the procedures and processes of setting up the Office of the Inspector General of Intelligence.
i. Determining Conditions of Service of the Inspector-General with the President
The conditions of service of the Inspector General were determined by the Committee and approved by the President. The JSCI, the Office of the President, Minister of Defence and Minister for Intelligence Services concurred on regulatory framework that will govern the Office of the Inspector General.
j. Investigation of the Inspector-General of Intelligence
Since the establishment of the Office of the Inspector General there was nothing that warranted the investigation of the Inspector General.
k. Special reports to JSCI and the President
The special reports could be on:
* Specific violations committed by the Services
* Tasks given by the President or Speaker of Parliament
* Anything that concerns national security, and
* Complaints from the public
To date nothing has been referred to the Committee, which warranted special reports to be issued.
l. Initiate and Recommend Rules and Orders for the Functions of JSCI
The committee has neither initiated nor recommended rules and orders for the functioning of the Committee to Parliament. However, the existing draft rules of the Committee are currently under review to fulfil this function.
Section 3 a. Legislation
- General Intelligence Law Amendment Bill
The Parliamentary Ad-hoc Committee on the General Intelligence Law Amendment Bill referred the Bill to the JSCI for consideration.
The objects of the Bill were:
i. To align the Intelligence Services legislation with the
Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act No 108 of
1996);
ii. To align the disciplinary code and the conditions of service of
the Intelligence Services with the new labour trends;
iii.To make provision for the regulation of strikes in the Intelligence
Services;
iv. To create consultation forums to deal with conditions of service
and grievances; and
v. To regulate the activities of former members of the Intelligence
Services.
The Committee considered the Bill and unanimously agreed on the amendments and the Bill was adopted.
- Review on the Interception and Monitoring Prohibition Act 127 of 1992 The Committee had a meeting with a representative from the South African Law Commission on amendments recommended in Act 127. The object of the Bill is to amend Act 127 to inter alia:
* to prohibit the provision of telecommunication services that are not
capable of being monitored;
* to make further provision for consideration of applications;
* to regulate the monitoring of communications in terms of this Act;
* to amend the Criminal Procedure Act, 1977, so as to further regulate
the obtaining of information as to any alleged offence;
* to amend the Drugs and drug Trafficking Act, 1996, so as to further
regulate the delivery or submitting of registers, records or
documents which may have a bearing on alleged offences under the
Act to a police official; and
* to provide for matters connected therewith.
The Committee deliberated on the amendments and is happy as amendments are addressing key areas that will improve work of the Services in the area of communication. The Amendment Bill is currently under consideration by Cabinet with a view to have it fast tracked in Parliament during the 3rd session.
b. Reports
Drawing from its functions the Committee obtains from:
i. The Auditor-General an audit report compiled in accordance with section 4(6) of the Auditor-General Act 12 of 1995.
The Committee has received and accepted the report of the year ended 31st March 1999 from the Auditor-General. The Committee has since engaged National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and South African Secret Service (SASS) on the issues that needed attention. Steps have been taken by the Agency and the Service to rectify these issues. Most of the problems were experienced during the process of amalgamation and restructuring of the Services.
ii. The Evaluation Committee a report on the secret services and intended secret services evaluated and reviewed by it, together with any comments or recommendations, which the Evaluation Committee may deem appropriate.
The Evaluation Committee has not been established as yet as required in terms of the Secret Services Act. The Committee is in consultation with President’s office to find out whether the President intends to set up the committee or to propose amendment to the enabling legislation.
iii.A Report on the Interception and Monitoring Prohibition Act 127 of 1992
The Committee met with Judge Gordon, who is responsible for issuing directives under this Act. The judge gave a report about his work. The Committee agreed together with the judge to regularise meetings between the committee and the judge to twice per year.
The following is a report submitted to the JSCI on applications from the Intelligence Services and granting of permission thereof.
Applications
SAPS-CI
SANDF-DI
NIA
TOTAL
New received 90
130 220 New approved 89
127
New rejected 1
3
Renewal received 56
101 157 Renewal approved 56
96
Renewal rejected
5
Total handled 173
263
Crime related 124
State security related 9
263
Drug related 40
Amended/approved 27
29 56 Amended/rejected
3 3 TOTAL
436
In this report it is reflected that no applications were received from Defence Intelligence. This is because its mandate is external and its internal activities are limited to deployment by the President in support of the SAPS.
iv. Each Minister to submit a report regarding the budget for the Service for which he or she is responsible.
The Heads of Services have appeared before the Committee. The Committee is satisfied with the reports and has endorsed them. However, there are some matters that still need to be concluded with the Defence Intelligence. These matters hinge on personnel appointments and the related vote. This matter will be concluded before the tabling of Defence Intelligence budget to Parliament.
v. Inspector-General’s Reports and Certificates
The Committee has not received any report or certificate from the Office of the Inspector General at the time of drafting this report on the functioning of the Office of the Inspector General.
Section 4 JSCI Interaction with the Intelligence Services
The Committee has conducted a series of meetings with the Services. Concentration has been on inquiries on budget, financial expenditure, assets, personnel management, transformation and intelligence co- ordination. The norm of regular interaction with the Services has been established.
On our appointment, we made clear our intentions to pursue a number of inquiries, among others were:
* Probing issues of budget and financial expenditure as raised by the
report of the Auditor-General.
* The continuing risks posed by urban terrorism.
* The arrangements for co-ordination between the Intelligence Services
and the law enforcement agencies in respect of serious organized
crime.
National Intelligence Co-ordinating Committee (NICOC)
Co-ordination of intelligence in the context of the South African situation continues to be a strategic, effective and efficient way of handling both intelligence within the Intelligence Community and between the Intelligence Community and its clients. It is therefore an important tool under the circumstances especially considering the geo-political strategic position of our country.
NICOC reinforces the work of the Committee because of its geographic distribution and location of its offices. It gives an integrated picture of the activities of the Services. However, the committee continues to have concerns on the co-ordination of intelligence at Provincial level. The report received from NICOC recently nevertheless indicates some improvements.
National Intelligence Agency (NIA)
The functions of the National Intelligence Agency, subject to Section 3 of the Intelligence Act, are:
1. to gather, correlate, evaluate, and analyse domestic
intelligence, in order to:-
2. to fulfil the national counter-intelligence responsibilities and
for this purpose to conduct and co-ordinate counter-intelligence
and to gather, correlate, evaluate, analyse and interpret
information regarding counter-intelligence in order to: -
3. gather departmental intelligence at the request of any
interested department of State, and without delay evaluate and
transmit such intelligence and any other intelligence at the
disposal of the Agency and which constitutes departmental
intelligence, to the department concerned.
Observations and Recommendation
In our interaction with NIA, we observed that there are issues that needed attention. These issues are from the report of the Auditor-General, performance and issues related to discipline. The issues that have been raised by the Auditor-General were discussed with the Agency and the Agency clarified the issues. The NIA indicated that these weaknesses were rectified. Despite all the bad publicity there is a lot of improvement in this area of administration.
The Committee closely scrutinized the performance of NIA on service delivery. Of particular importance was the vetting process. Delayed vetting reports may have negative impact on government departments, as they cannot continue with appointments without clearance being made on candidates for the jobs. However, the Committee has noted that there is a problem of lack of resources and capacity in the Agency.
The Committee urges the National Treasury to prioritise provision of financial resources to the Agency to increase its capacity to perform its core functions. The Committee is convinced that adequate financial resourcing of the Agency will bring about improvements in this regard.
South African Secret Services (SASS)
The Committee has had a good interaction with SASS. There is a sound improvement on management and administration matters. Progress on transformation is also satisfactory. However, due to under funding that the Service is experiencing:
* Representation abroad is not sufficient despite the fact that this is
the Service's core function. This problem needs to be prioritised.
* The Service cannot attract appropriate human resource. This is an
impediment to the functioning of the Service.
It is the view of the Committee that National Treasury must prioritise financial resource to the Service. Recently when the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) had improvements in its budget for foreign offices, SASS was not given similar financial allocations whilst the National Treasury knew very well that the impact of foreign exchange losses on the Rand was the same on both departments.
Despite these problems, the Service has achieved much and the Committee is convinced that with adequate funding more improvements will be realised.
South African National Defence Force - Defence Intelligence (DI)
The National Strategic Intelligence Act establishes the Defence Intelligence - a division of the South African National Defence Force. Its mandate is to:
* gather, correlate, evaluate and use foreign military intelligence,
and supply foreign military intelligence relating to national
strategic intelligence to NICOC;
* gather, correlate and use domestic military intelligence excluding
covert collection, except when employed for service referred to in
section 227(1)(e) of the Constitution and under conditions set out
in section 3 (2) of the Act, and supply such intelligence to
NICOC; and
* institute counter-intelligence measures within the National Defence
Force.
The Committee calls upon the National Treasury to consider having the Budget of the Defence Intelligence ring-fenced from the general budget of the Military. This Service is under resourced financially resulting in inadequate representation abroad. Offices in areas that warrant our presence have closed.
The integration process has been very slow. This is reflected by imbalanced representation of the South African demographics in the leadership echelons of the Service. This situation concerns the Committee. Regular visits to Defence Intelligence to oversee this process are being planned.
As it has been indicated in our last report, the interaction between the Committee and Defence Intelligence has been poor. During the year under review the Committee notes some improvement although not of immense significance. South African Police Service - Crime Intelligence (CI)
The Constitution allows for the establishment of the Crime Intelligence Division of the South African Police Service for the sole purpose:
* to gather, correlate, evaluate and use crime intelligence in support
of the functions of the South African Police Service as
contemplated in section 215 of the Constitution; and
* to institute counter-intelligence measures within the South African
Police Service.
In order to supply crime intelligence relating to national strategic intelligence to NICOC.
Crime Intelligence is a new Intelligence Service in our country. Progress in developing this division has been very slow. The division has the daunting task of creating capacity within crime intelligence through changing the mindset and orientating its members towards the provision of a crime combating service.
Crime Intelligence has not been stable ever since its inception due to ongoing structural and personnel changes. The Committee is engaging the Service on this issue including that of transformation because little has also been done in that area.
Most of the problems in Crime Intelligence are as a result of lack of financial resources. The Committee has accepted the report tabled by the Service and is satisfied with plans.
Section 5 International Relations
- Africa
The Committee is participating in the Round Table discussions on oversight function. In Africa the consistent participants to these Round Table discussions are governments of Ghana, Nigeria and the Republic of South Africa. In Africa, South Africa is ahead of other countries in putting in place parliamentary oversight mechanisms.
- Rest of the World The ability of the Committee to conduct its work properly depends on its characteristics. The Committee undertook a number of study tours to gain exposure so as to be able to build a particular characteristic. Members must know enough about intelligence to be able to do the job effectively. The interaction with the other Committees has helped to balance the knowledge and characteristics of the Committee. Coming from outside intelligence, one may have suspicion of becoming part of the system. On the other hand learn details and what questions to ask and the culture of the Services he/she has to work with.
In Canada and the United States of America the Committee was interested in the set-up and operations of the Offices of the Inspectors-General whereas in Germany the focus was on oversight role and functions. Comparative oversight arrangements were discussed.
We were pleased to receive officials and parliamentarians interested in the field of oversight from Canada. These interactions exposed the Committee to a number international experiences and trends. *Brig-General P Schalkwyk has since replaced Mr R Pillay.
Section 6 Budget
From February 2000 to March 2001, the Committee held thirty five meetings, visited the Signal Intelligence department at Rietvlei and held one bosberaad. The Committee would like to raise its concern over its budget allocation as it operates differently to other Committees of Parliament in that no document may leave the office. This implies that Committee members have to do all their work within the walls of the JSCI office. This requires provision of suitable working space and infra-structural support. These are inadequately supplied at the moment. The security requirements under which the Committee works require Committee members to spend most of their time at the JSCI office.
The JSCI, unlike other Committees, cannot receive sponsorship for purposes of undertaking study tours as this could undermine national security. Its budget therefore should not be treated the same way as the budget of other Committees.
Section 7 Conclusion
It has become clear to the Committee that oversight is likely to be more effective if the relationship between the Committee and the Ministers responsible for Intelligence Services and the Office of the Inspector- General is strengthened. The Committee regrets poor interaction experienced in the past year with the Ministers and that the Office of the Inspector- General is not fully operational.
While the advent of the JSCI has not eradicated Intelligence Services’ problems, it has helped identify and remove many of them. The Committee has exposed numerous problems and recommended solutions. This has helped Services to be more professional in executing their duties. The Committee has generally built up good reputation.
The reputation for good, thorough and effective oversight has had a deterrent effect on Members of the Services who might have been tempted to go beyond the limits of the law.
The process for setting up the Services’ priorities is well established but there is a need to provide adequate resources to meet these priorities to the best of their ability. It is important that the Services make the best use of the technology at their disposal and improve on it by being involved in collaborative projects where appropriate. Efforts undertaken by Services to overcome their difficulties in the recruitment is encouraged. However, it is vitally important that they are able to recruit members with the necessary language skills and specialisation. The Committee intends to keep this situation under review.
Annexure I: Meetings with Intelligence Institutions
Service
Purpose
Date
National Intelligence Coordinating Committee NIE presentation 8 March 2000
Briefing on Western Cape Security 26 July 2000
Budget and NIE 20 March 2001
Briefing on PICOC’s 3 April 2001
Office of the Inspector-General Presentation by the Inspector-General 22 March 2000
Establishment of the OIGI 19 February 2001
Setting up of Office of IG: Procedures and Process 4 April 2001
National Intelligence Agency Kubu Case 7 March 2000
10 April 2000
Briefing on German issue 23 April 2000
17 May 2000
Budget and Outstanding Disciplinary Cases 28 February 2001
Visit to Signal Intelligence Complex 14 June 2000
South African Secret Service Briefing on SADC and DRC
Budget and Transformation 21 February 2001
Defence Intelligence Budget presentation 12 April 2000
Budget and Transformation 7 April 2001
Transformation and Succession Plan 10 April 2001
Transformation and Succession Plan 9 May 2001
SAPS-Crime Intelligence Budget 5 April 2000
Urban Terrorism in Western Cape 26 July 2000
Budget and transformation 6 March 2001
Annexure II: Meetings with Ministers responsible for Intelligence Services
Ministry
Purpose
Date Minister for Intelligence Services Introduction of the Committee
20 March 2001 Minister of Safety and Security
Minister of Defence
Annexure III: Other Institutions
Institution
Purpose
Date
Auditor-General Auditor-General’s Report 3 April 2000
Judge Gordon Utilization of Act 127 17January 2001
Law Commission Amendments to Act 127 13 February 2001
Office of the Speaker Transgression by JSCI Member 16 February 2001
National Council of Provinces:
- Report of the Select Committee on Land and Environmental Affairs on Study Tour to KwaZulu-Natal, dated 23 May 2001:
The Select Committee on Land and Environmental Affairs, having
undertaken a study tour to KwaZulu-Natal on 29 and 30 March 2001,
reports as follows:
A. Objective
At a meeting on 27 February 2001 the Committee decided to go on a
fact-finding mission to KwaZulu-Natal. The purpose was to
investigate steps taken to bring the outbreaks of foot-and-mouth
disease (FMD) and cholera in the province under control. They also
intended to find out how the outbreaks had affected the various
role-players and what steps had been taken to prevent a
recurrence.
The delegation members were Mrs J N Vilakazi, Ms B Thompson, Ms B
N Dlulane and Mr R M Nyakane, accompanied by the Committee
Secretary, Mr K Williams.
B. 29 March
The Committee investigated the FMD outbreak in the
Pietermaritzburg-Camperdown region.
1. Visit to Allerton Veterinary Laboratory, Pietermaritzburg
Dr R F Horner, Deputy Director: Laboratory Section, Dr D I
Mtshali, Deputy-Director: Animal Health, and Mr S Nxumalo met
the delegation. Dr A S Dludla, Chief Director: Laboratory
Section, joined them later.
Dr Horner, assisted by Dr Mtshali, briefed the delegation on
the outbreak of FMD in the region.
He said that the Allerton Laboratory had been the operations
centre in combating the outbreak. Some time between 16
September 2000 (first report of the outbreak) and Christmas,
50 to 60 people had met in the library at Allerton to co-
ordinate the fight against FMD.
At the time of the visit, they felt that they had eliminated
FMD in the province. They could restart the survey of all
rural livestock in the province, which would enable them to
detect any recurrence.
Dr Horner appealed to the delegation to assist in getting
money for the survey.
He said that FMD was a disease of national importance. It was
particularly feared because of its ability to spread rapidly,
having no respect for boundaries. FMD has a high morbidity
rate but a low mortality rate - most animals in an affected
region would be infected, but few would die as a direct
result. Although it did not make humans sick, the economic
consequences of FMD were so severe that people had to take
note of it.
Symptoms of FMD include -
* blisters and erosions on the lips, snout, gums, palate and
tongue
* sudden lameness
* increased salivation
* fever
* loss of appetite
* a sudden drop in milk yield
* abortion
* a high mortality rate in young stock.
FMD viruses belong to the family Picornaviridae, which
includes the human polio virus and the Hepatitis A virus.
There are seven distinct FMD viruses: Type A, Asia 1, C, O and
SAT 1, 2 and 3. The SAT viruses affect buffalo and are
relatively common to South Africa.
The outbreak in the Camperdown region was very dangerous,
because the Type O virus, of which little was known, had
caused it.
The disease is extremely contagious and can be spread by
direct contact or by inhalation. The movement of infected
animals and contaminated people and equipment play a great
role in spreading the disease. It can even spread through the
air.
The O virus apparently came to Camperdown from the Far East,
through Durban harbour. Illegal, contaminated swill was fed to
pigs on a farm in the region. They were infected, and it
spread to cattle.
An investigation was instituted. Immediately after the pigs
became ill, it was investigated and quarantine notices were
served. At 17:30 on 15 September 2000, it was confirmed that
there was an outbreak of FMD in the region. Veterinarians set
up headquarters at Allerton and appealed for aid from other
role-players.
At first, they had huge logistical problems, as roadblocks had
to be set up and diagnostic kits were needed in case personnel
became contaminated. A communication system (with 0800
numbers) was set up for the public. Samples had to be sent to
Onderstepoort for analysis.
On 17 September 2000, culling began. During the next three
days, 677 pigs, six cattle, five sheep and 14 goats were
killed. Four days of rain, however, made incineration and
burial difficult.
On 20 September 2000, they saw lesions on a cow on a
neighbouring farm, and FMD was confirmed the next day. A total
of 53 cattle and 2 289 pigs were culled over the next few
days.
Sixteen magisterial districts were declared FMD areas. After
the topography and weather of the region were analysed, it was
decided to cull all stock within a three km radius of the
outbreak. Notices were served on 13 farms, and by 30 September
2000, all the animals were culled and buried. Holding camps
were built for stray animals.
On 10 October 2000 FMD was discovered in a small kraal north
of the N3. Within 26 hours, 15 cattle and four goats were
culled and buried. A five km fence was erected to prevent
movement into the infected area. Surveillance was intensified.
On 23 October 2000, they discovered lesions on 37 cattle in
the Mpumalanga/Sankonshe area. It was difficult to cull these
animals, because of resistance from the community. They had to
set up meetings with local and provincial leaders as well as
the national Minister.
Eventually communal animals were brought forward, after
instituting an "instant valuation or replacement programme".
From 30 October to 8 November 2000, 982 cattle, 1 102 pigs,
122 sheep and 814 goats were destroyed.
On 8 November 2000 they discovered another case in a new
communal area, and reluctantly decided to vaccinate. The
vaccination programme started on 20 November 2000. Cattle at
the last dip tanks were vaccinated in early February 2001.
The reasons for the late decision to vaccinate included the
following. The ease of spread large number of hosts make
vaccination alone a simplistic approach. Different strains
need strain-specific vaccine. Immunity only lasts for a short
while, and revaccination must occur two or three times a year.
It is not possible to vaccinate all animals. And what about
game? Some vaccinated animals become carriers. Vaccination
teams could spread the virus. There is resistance to
vaccination in the communal areas.
For all these reasons, it is better to stamp out the disease
than to vaccinate against it.
On vaccine research, the delegation was told that the money
available for animal health research was very limited and that
there was a need for faster- acting vaccines with multiple
sero types.
The conclusions from the FMD outbreak in the Camperdown region
were that they needed the following to combat outbreaks:
* rapid decisions
* support and co-operation from all farmers
* rapid culling and disposal of infected animals
* control of the movement of animals and people
* support from "sister" organisations such as the SAPS and
the SANDF
* constant communication and media liaison
* stamina.
In response to questions from delegation members, Dr Horner
said that initially the provincial government had made R1
million available to combat the outbreak. After that, money
from the national government was used.
Little money was available for animal health research because
people tended to regard it as an unimportant field, at least
until outbreaks like this one. Perhaps the disaster would have
the positive spin-off that more money would be made available
for animal health research. The laboratory also needed more
funds to complete its survey of rural livestock.
It was not possible to stamp out the SAT variety of FMD (found
in buffalo), but it can be controlled. The exotic Type O FMD
(in the Camperdown region) had been eliminated completely.
One cannot stop the movement of contaminated people entirely,
but this is only a secondary way in which the infection is
spread. Two thirds of infection occurs as a result of feeding
animals with illegal swill that has not been boiled for up to
one hour, as the law requires.
The outbreak in the Mpumalanga district was of the SAT
variety. It is now under control - all vulnerable animals have
been vaccinated twice and all infected animals have been
culled.
Direct costs of combating the outbreak amounted to R25
million, R5 million being used to replace culled animals or
compensate their owners at market value.
There was much resistance in the Sankonshe area, and therefore
culling could not take place immediately. The MEC and Minister
had to be called in to explain to people why this was
necessary. There were also huge interventions in the form of
airdrops and sky-shouts. At the time of writing, the education
process was still under way.
2. Field visit to Sankonshe district
After a briefing at the laboratory, the Committee visited
local headman, Induna Mkhize. He was with other community
members whose stock had been affected by the outbreak.
They complained that their stock was collected as strays
during the quarantine period, simply because nobody seemed to
be herding them. Some of the animals died of causes other than
FMD, and the community was thus not compensated, which caused
much bitterness.
Community members related how some cattle died after showing
signs of the disease. Many cattle were affected, as they had
been grazing in groups. They described how testing was done
and how the affected animals were placed aside for culling.
They resisted this, but after Minister Didiza assured them
that only infected animals would be killed, they agreed that
culling could go ahead.
They related that, on the following day, many officials on
horseback, in cars and on cycles rounded up all their cattle,
which were then slaughtered by grim-faced soldiers. Dr Mtshali
explained that the community had not been made distinctly
aware of the fact that all animals within a 10 km radius of an
outbreak were deemed to have been infected. This oversight had
caused a great deal of misunderstanding in the community, and
education efforts on this are still carrying on.
The embittered community said that the traumatic sight of the
soldiers would not be forgotten easily. They had, however,
accepted that they had been struck by a disaster, and were
thankful for the compensation that they received from the
government.
The community wished that more dip tanks be constructed in
their area, and requested the Committee to find cheaper
animals for them to buy, as the cost of a beast normally
exceeded the R2 500 they had received as compensation.
Dr Mtshali explained that it costs between R16 000 and R60 000
to renovate a dip tank. The tanks play an important role -
communal farmers are keen to have their animals dipped. This
allows for interaction with them and for inspection of their
livestock. It is a very important control measure against FMD.
3. Recommendations
The Committee recommends that more money be made available to
build and renovate dip tanks. It was pointed out that the
Director-General: Agriculture, in a briefing to the Committee
on 28 March 2001, undertook to do this.
The Committee further recommends that more funds be made
available for animal health research, and that the survey of
rural livestock undertaken by the Allerton Provincial
Veterinary Laboratory be supported financially.
Despite the harshness of the Department's approach, the
Committee also recommends that the Department of Agriculture
and Land Affairs should be praised for their efforts in
stamping out the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.
C. 30 March 2001
The delegation went to the Empangeni region to investigate the
cholera outbreak.
1. Visit to Ngwelezane Hospital in Empangeni
The delegation was met by Dr Wanguhu, the Medical
Superintendent, Matron Ngomezulu and Matron Mkonza. Mr T R C
Munguni of the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry was
also present. These four formed part of the Joint Operations
Committee (JOC) that was set up at the height of the outbreak,
and they briefed the Committee on the history of the outbreak
and steps taken to control it.
(a) Briefing on cholera outbreak
Members of JOC pointed out that the outbreak had largely
been brought under control. There were at that stage only
30 cholera patients in the hospital, one of whom was in
the intensive care unit. Only one rehydration station was
still in operation.
(i) Summary of development of outbreak
The Committee was told that, in August 2000, there
was a sudden increase in the number of patients with
diarrhoea. A cholera outbreak was confirmed and the
hospital staff could not cope with the situation.
They decided to seek help from the Department of
Water Affairs and Forestry, and JOC was set up. The
emphasis shifted to providing clean water and
sanitation, and the Department put up water tanks in
the countryside.
On the medical front, the tuberculosis (TB) ward was
used to treat cholera patients, and rehydration tents
were set up all over the region. At these tents,
patients were assessed, treated and educated about
the disease. Serious cases were referred to the
hospital. The extent of the infection fluctuated in
the following months, and reached a high again over
the Christmas period, because of the tendency of the
disease to spread easily at big gatherings. At the
time of writing, the situation was under control, but
as these outbreaks occur in five-year cycles, it is
expected to happen again. No outbreak was anticipated
over Easter, however, because of the preventative
steps taken by the Department.
(ii) Preventative steps by Department
The main problem has been identified as one of water
and sanitation. However, while local government is
involved in the provision of safe water and toilets,
the lifestyle in rural areas cannot be ignored.
Education is needed about the proper use of toilets,
and the Church is playing a role here.
The Department provides mobile toilets for all large
gatherings, and a strategy for sanitation has been
worked out. "Ash loos" are now being built with a
R600 subsidy from the government, with the community
providing the manpower.
The Department erected 25-litre tanks of clean water
in the vulnerable areas and all containers have to be
"jikked" (cleaned thoroughly) before they are used to
carry water. They are also working on a system of
piped water.
The Department receives help from NGOs and the
private sector in its efforts to take preventative
steps against the disease. Mondi donated the 25-litre
tanks for safe water, Tungro donated a Jik-making
machine, Nampak donated containers for the Jik, and
Dorcas Aid helped with purification of water from
streams.
(b) Wards for cholera patients
After the briefing, the delegation visited the cholera
and rehydration wards. Both were relatively empty, but
the patients were heartened by the visit. The delegation
was told that, at the height of the epidemic, beds had to
be pushed together, with two patients sharing three beds,
in an effort to accommodate all the patients. Patients
told how they had contracted the disease by eating
contaminated fruit and vegetables or drinking
contaminated water.
2. Field visit to cholera-affected areas (Nqutshini, Madlebe and
Nseleni)
On a field visit to the affected areas, the members could see
for themselves how the 25-litre green plastic tanks and the
"ash loos" dotted the landscape. This was clear evidence of
the preventative steps the Department had taken. Also, the
entire Madlebe region is being provided with piped tap water,
which comes from the Madlebe Water Scheme, inaugurated on 19
March 2001. Water is piped from the main reservoir in
Empangeni to satellite reservoirs in the Madlebe area. The
satellite reservoirs were constructed with community labour.
The water is then piped from the satellite reservoirs to
strategic points. The water costs R20 per household per month.
Nseleni Township, with its informal settlement of Ovondlo,
painted a different picture. Because of poor sanitation in
this informal settlement, there had been a severe outbreak in
this area. At the time of the outbreak, congestion and lack of
roads made it impossible for the Department to deliver
services. There was simply no place for the "ash loos", and
when the 25-litre tanks were set up, members of township came
to the informal settlement for "free" water. Congestion also
makes it difficult to pipe water into the area.
3. Recommendations
Members said thank you to the team at Ngwelezane Hospital as
well as the Department for the sterling work they did to
combat the epidemic. They were the unsung heroes of our
country and deserved to be congratulated.
Further, the Committee recommends that the government
accelerate its efforts to rid the country of informal
settlements.
D. Conclusion
The Committee regards the visit as a success, as the delegation
met most of its objectives. However, time constraints prevented it
from completing some parts of the programme (like the visit to the
rehabilitated dip tanks).
The Committee was also of the opinion that note should be taken of
the misunderstanding that arose, in the case of both outbreaks,
between Western-trained specialists and ordinary African people.
It cited the case of peasants refusing to use toilets as this was
not a traditional practice. It considered that the aspect of
education in these instances should be further stressed.
THURSDAY, 2 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) Assent by the President of the Republic in respect of the
following Bill:
(i) Eskom Conversion Bill [B 16D - 2001] - Act No 13 of 2001
(assented to and signed by President on 30 July 2001).
(2) The Minister of Trade and Industry submitted the
Wysigingswetsontwerp op Verbruikersake (Onbillike Sakepraktyke) [W
28 - 2001] (National Council of Provinces - sec 76) to the Speaker
and the Chairperson on 2 August 2001. The Consumer Affairs (Unfair
Business Practices) Amendment Bill [B 28 - 2001] (National Council
of Provinces - sec 76), at the request of the Minister, was
introduced in the National Council of Provinces by the Select
Committee on Economic Affairs on 23 May 2001.
MONDAY, 20 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) on 8 August 2001 in terms of
Joint Rule 160(4), classified the following Bill as a section 76
Bill:
(i) Industrial Development Amendment Bill [B 32 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 76).
[NOTE: This Bill was introduced as a sec 75 Bill.]
(2) The Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) on 8 August 2001 in terms of
Joint Rule 160(3), classified the following Bill as a section 75
Bill:
(i) Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges Amendment Bill [B 40
- 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75).
(3) The Minister of Defence in accordance with National Assembly
Rule 299 withdrew the following Bill on 20 July 2001:
(i) Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Amendment
Bill [B 4 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 74(3)(a)).
(4) The Minister for Provincial and Local Government on 7 August
2001 submitted a draft of the Disaster Management Bill, 2001, as
well as the memorandum explaining the objects of the proposed
legislation, to the Speaker and the Chairperson in terms of Joint
Rule 159. The draft has been referred to the Portfolio Committee
on Provincial and Local Government and the Select Committee on
Local Government and Administration by the Speaker and the
Chairperson, respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(5) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Finance in
the National Assembly on 17 August 2001 and referred to the Joint
Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of Joint Rule
160:
(i) Pension Funds Second Amendment Bill [B 41 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and
prior notice of its introduction published in Government
Gazette No 22021 of 24 January 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Finance of the National Assembly.
(6) The following Bills were introduced by the Minister for Justice
and Constitutional Development in the National Assembly on 20
August 2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) International Criminal Court Bill [B 42- 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government
Gazette No 22456 of 4 July 2001.]
(ii) Judicial Matters Amendment Bill [B 43- 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government
Gazette No 22582 of 17 August 2001.]
The Bills have also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Justice and Constitutional Development of the National Assembly.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Finance:
Amendment of Schedules 200-01-04 to 200-12-30 and 2001-04-04 of the
Customs and Excise Act, 1964 (Act No 91 of 1964).
- The Minister of Water Affairs and Forestry:
(1) Revised Protocol on Shared Watercourses in the Southern African
Development Community, tabled in terms of section 231(2) of the
Constitution, 1996.
(2) Explanatory Memorandum on the Revised Protocol.
TUESDAY, 21 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Minister for Justice and Constitutional Development on 21
August 2001 submitted a draft of the Criminal Procedure Second
Amendment Bill, 2001, as well as the memorandum explaining the
objects of the proposed legislation, to the Speaker and the
Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The draft has been
referred to the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional
Development and the Select Committee on Security and
Constitutional Affairs by the Speaker and the Chairperson,
respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(2) The following Bills were introduced by the Minister for Justice
and Constitutional Development in the National Assembly on 21
August 2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Interim Rationalisation of Jurisdiction of High Courts
Bill [B 44 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75)
[Explanatory summary of Bill and prior notice of its
introduction published in Government Gazette No 22582 of
17 August 2001.]
(ii) Criminal Procedure Second Amendment Bill [B 45 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill
and prior notice of its introduction published in
Government Gazette No 22582 of 17 August 2001.]
The Bills have also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Justice and Constitutional Development of the National Assembly.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Finance:
(1) Government Notice No R.710 published in Government Gazette
Number 22521 dated 3 August 2001, Appointment of an authorised
dealer in foreign exchange made in terms of the Exchange Control
Regulations.
(2 Government Notice No R.725 published in Government Gazette No
22549 dated 10 August 2001, Preferential Procurement Regulations,
2001 pertaining to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework
Act, 2000 (Act No 5 of 2000).
- The Minister of Safety and Security:
(1) Agreement between the Government of the Republic of South Africa
and the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt in respect of
Police Cooperation, tabled in terms of section 231(3) of the
Constitution, 1996.
(2) Agreement between the Government of the Republic of South Africa
and the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in respect
of Police Cooperation, tabled in terms of section 231(3) of the
Constitution, 1996.
- The Minister of Trade and Industry:
Report of the Board on Tariffs and Trade for 1999 (Report No 4078).
- The Minister of Water Affairs and Forestry: (1) Report and Financial Statements of the Karos Geelkoppan Water Board for 2000-2001.
(2) Government Notice No R.652 published in Government Gazette No
22472 dated 20 July 2001, Norms and Standards in respect of
tariffs for water services made in terms of section 10(1) of the
Water Services Act, 1997 (Act No 108 of 1997).
WEDNESDAY, 22 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) Assent by the President of the Republic in respect of the
following Bill:
(i) South African Boxing Bill [B 13D - 2001] - Act No 11 of
2001 (assented to and signed by President on 14 August
2001).
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Trade and Industry:
Report and Financial Statements of the National Lotteries Board for
1999-2000, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial
Statements for 1999-2000.
- The Minister of Water Affairs and Forestry:
(1) Government Notice No 80 published in Government Gazette No 21991
dated 26 January 2001, Request to register a water use in terms of
section 21 of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No 36 of 1998).
(2) Government Notice No 82 published in Government Gazette No 21998
dated 26 January 2001, Release of parts of a State forest which
are no longer required for forestry, made in terms of section
50(4) of the National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No 84 of 1998).
(3) Government Notice No 118 published in Government Gazette No
22031 dated 9 February 2001, Transformation of the Vrolikheid
Irrigation Board, Division of Robertson, Province of the Western
Cape, into the Vrolikheid Water User Association, Water Management
Area Number 18, Province of the Western Cape, made in terms of
section 98(6) of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No 36 of 1998).
(4) Government Notice No 198 published in Government Gazette No
22093 dated 2 March 2001, Release of parts of a State forest which
are no longer required for forestry, made in terms of section
50(4) of the National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No 84 of 1998).
(5) Government Notice No 245 published in Government Gazette No
22145 dated 23 March 2001, Transformation of the Hoops River
Irrigation Board, Division of Robertson, Province of the Western
Cape, into the Hoops River Water User Association, Water
Management Area Number 18, Province of the Western Cape, made in
terms of section 98(6) of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No 36
of 1998).
(6) Government Notice No 334 published in Government Gazette No
22201 dated 6 April 2001, Notice of extension of time for
registration of water uses in terms of the National Water Act,
1998 (Act No 36 of 1998).
(7) Government Notice No 369 published in Government Gazette No
22255 dated 4 May 2001, Transformation of the Noord-Oranje and
Garrip Irrigation Boards and the Karos-Geelkoppan Water Board into
the Boegoeberg Water User Association, Districts Gordonia, Hay,
Kenhardt and Prieska, Province of the Northern Cape, Water
Management Area Number 14, made in terms of section 98(6) of the
National Water Act, 1998 (Act No 36 of 1998).
(8) Government Notice No 370 published in Government Gazette No
22255 dated 4 May 2001, Release of parts of a State forest which
are no longer required for forestry, made in terms of section
50(4) of the National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No 84 of 1998).
(9) Government Notice No 419 published in Government Gazette No
22281 dated 18 May 2001, Transformation of the Konings River
Irrigation Board, Division of Robertson, Province of the Western
Cape, into the Konings Water User Association, Water Management
Area Number 18, Province of the Western Cape, made in terms of
section 98(6) of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No 36 of 1998).
(10)Government Notice No 420 published in Government Gazette No 22281
dated 18 May 2001, Transformation of the Klaasvoogds Irrigation
Board, Division of Robertson, Province of the Western Cape, into
the Klaasvoogds Water User Association, Water Management Area
Number 18, Province of the Western Cape, made in terms of section
98(6) of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No 36 of 1998).
(11)Government Notice No 421 published in Government Gazette No 22281
dated 18 May 2001, Establishment of the Vaalharts Water User
Association, districts of Hartswater, Warrenton and Barkly West in
the Northern Cape Province as well as the districts of Christiana
and Taung in the North West Province, Water Management Area Number
10, made in terms of section 92(1) of the National Water Act, 1998
(Act No 36 of 1998).
(12)Government Notice No 432 published in Government Gazette No 22305
dated 25 May 2001, Prohibition on the making of fires in the open
air, the destruction by burning of slash and clearing or
maintenance of fire belts by burning and the execution of block-
burns: Districts of (A) Ermelo, Eerstehoek, Carolina and Waterval-
Bakoven; (B) Piet Retief and Wakkerstroom, made in terms of
sections 25(1), (2) and (3) of the Forest Act, 1984 (Act No 122 of
1984).
(13)Government Notice No 433 published in Government Gazette No 22305
dated 25 May 2001, Prohibition on the making of fires in the open
air, the destruction by burning of slash and clearing or
maintenance of fire belts by burning and the execution of block-
burns: Soutpansberg areas, made in terms of sections 25(1), (2)
and (3) of the Forest Act, 1984 (Act No 122 of 1984).
(14)Government Notice No 434 published in Government Gazette No 22305
dated 25 May 2001, Prohibition on the making of fires in the open
air, the destruction by burning of slash and clearing or
maintenance of fire belts by burning and the execution of block-
burns: Districts of Nelspruit, White River, Pilgrim's Rest
Lydenburg, Belfast, Waterval-Boven, Carolina and Barberton, made
in terms of sections 25(1), (2) and (3) of the Forest Act, 1984
(Act No 122 of 1984).
(15)Government Notice No 468 published in Government Gazette No 22321
dated 1 June 2001, Prohibition on the making of fires in the open
air, the destruction by burning of slash and clearing or
maintenance of fire belts by burning and the execution of block-
burns, the facilitation of harvesting sugar cane by burning for
ecologically necessary purposes on high risk days: KwaZulu-Natal:
2001, made in terms of sections 25(1), (2) and (3) of the Forest
Act, 1984 (Act No 122 of 1984).
(16)Government Notice No 516 published in Government Gazette No 22357
dated 15 June 2001, Establishment of the Kakamas Water User
Association, Districts Kenhardt and Gordonia, Province of the
Northern Cape, Water Management Area Number 14, made in terms of
section 92(1) of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No 36 of 1998).
(17)Government Notice No 539 published in Government Gazette No 22357
dated 15 June 2001, Correction Notice to the Notice of extension
of time for registration of water uses in terms of the National
Water Act, 1998 (Act No 36 of 1998).
(18)Government Notice No 540 published in Government Gazette No 22357
dated 15 June 2001, Invitation to submit written comments on
proposed general authorisation in terms of section 39 of the
National Water Act, 1998 (Act No 36 of 1998).
(19)Government Notice No 410 published in Government Gazette No 22065
dated 16 February 2001, Publication of Explanatory Memorandum of
the National Forest and Fire Laws Amendment Bill, 2000.
THURSDAY, 23 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Home
Affairs in the National Assembly on 23 August 2001 and referred to
the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of
Joint Rule 160:
(i) Immigration Bill [B 46 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec
75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior notice of its
introduction published in Government Gazette No 22439 of 29
June 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on Home
Affairs of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) by
not later than Monday, 27 August 2001.
(2) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Arts,
Culture, Science and Technology in the National Assembly on 23
August 2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Africa Institute of South Africa Bill [B 47 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and
prior notice of its introduction published in Government
Gazette No 22367 of 8 June 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Arts, Culture, Science and Technology of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) by
not later than Monday, 27 August 2001.
(3) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister for
Agriculture and Land Affairs in the National Assembly on 23 August
2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) KwaZulu Cane Growers' Association Act Repeal Bill [B 48 -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of
Bill and prior notice of its introduction published in
Government Gazette No 22546 of 10 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Agriculture and Land Affairs of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) by
not later than Monday, 27 August 2001.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Transport:
(1) Report and Financial Statements of the Air Traffic and
Navigation Services Company Limited for 2000-2001.
(2) Report and Financial Statements of the Airports Company South
Africa Limited for 2000-2001.
(3) Report and Financial Statements of the South African Maritime
Safety Authority for 1998-99, including the Report of the Auditor-
General on the Financial Statements of the Maritime Safety
Authority (incorporating the Maritime Fund) for 1998-99.
(4) The Report and Financial Statements of the South African Roads
Agency Limited for 1999-2000, including the Report of the Auditor-
General on the Financial Statements for 1999-2000.
- The Minister of Labour:
Report and Financial Statements of the Commission for Conciliation,
Mediation and Arbitration for 1999-2000, including the Report of the
Auditor-General on the Financial Statements for 1999-2000.
- The Minister of Health:
(1) Government Notice No R.491 published in Government Gazette No
22340 dated 8 June 2001, Correction Notice to the Regulations
governing microbiological standards for foodstuffs and related
matters, made in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and
Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No 54 of 1972).
(2) Government Notice No R.490 published in Government Gazette No
22340 dated 8 June 2001, Amendment of Regulations governing
microbiological standards for foodstuffs and related matters, made
in terms of section 15(1) of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and
Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No 54 of 1972).
(3) Government Notice No R.488 published in Government Gazette No
22340 dated 8 June 2001, Correction Notice to Regulations relating
to dairy and milk products, made in terms of the Foodstuffs,
Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No 54 of 1972).
(4) Government Notice No R.492 published in Government Gazette No
22340 dated 8 June 2001, Repealing Regulations relating to
articles imported in transit and addressed to or intended for
transmission to Transkei, made in terms of section 15(1) of the
Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No 54 of
1972).
(5) Government Notice No R.493 published in Government Gazette No
22340 dated 8 June 2001, Repealing Regulations relating to
articles imported in transit and addressed to or intended for
transmission to Bophutatswana, made in terms of section 15(1) of
the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No 54
of 1972).
(6) Government Notice No R.506 published in Government Gazette No
22340 dated 8 June 2001, Repealing Regulations relating to
articles imported in transit and addressed to or intended for
transmission to Ciskei, made in terms of section 15(1) of the
Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No 54 of
1972).
(7) Government Notice No R.507 published in Government Gazette No
22340 dated 8 June 2001, Repealing Regulations relating to
articles imported in transit and addressed to or intended for
transmission to Venda, made in terms of section 15(1) of the
Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No 54 of
1972).
(8) Government Notice No R.494 published in Government Gazette No
22351 dated 8 June 2001, Amendment to Regulations governing the
maximum limits for pesticides residues that may be present in the
foodstuffs, made in terms of section 15(1) of the Foodstuffs,
Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No 54 of 1972).
(9) Government Notice No R.495 published in Government Gazette No
22351 dated 8 June 2001, Regulations relating to impairment of
students and practitioners, made in terms of section 51, read with
section 61(1), of the Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No 56 of
1974).
(10)Government Notice No 552 published in Government Gazette No 22390
dated 22 June 2001, Regulations relating to fees payable to the
Health Professions Council of South Africa, made in terms of
section 61(1), read with section 61(4), of the Health Professions
Act, 1974 (Act No 56 of 1974).
(11)Government Notice No 553 published in Government Gazette No 22390
dated 22 June 2001, Regulations relating to the registration of
registered counsellors, made in terms of sections 24 and 25, read
with section 61(a)(iv) of the Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No
56 of 1974).
(12)Government Notice No 554 published in Government Gazette No 22390
dated 22 June 2001, Regulations relating to the qualifications
which entitle psychologists to registration, made in terms of
section 24(1) of the Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No 56 of
1974).
(13)Government Notice No R.588 published in Government Gazette No 22420
dated 29 June 2001, Regulations relating to the registration of
psychometrists, made in terms of section 24, read with section
61(a)(iv) of the Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No 56 of 1974).
(14)Government Notice No R.589 published in Government Gazette No 22420
dated 29 June 2001, Amendment to Regulations relating to
performance of community service by persons registering in terms
of the Health Professions Act, 1974, made in terms of section 24A
of the Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No 56 of 1974).
(15)Government Notice No R.590 published in Government Gazette No 22420
dated 29 June 2001, Regulations relating to the specialities in
medicine and dentistry, made in terms of section 35, read together
with section 61(1)(f) of the Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No
56 of 1974).
(16)Government Notice No R.656 published in Government Gazette No 22469
dated 20 July 2001, Regulations relating to qualifications for
registration of arts therapists and registration of persons
qualified outside the Republic, made in terms of section 61(1),
read with sections 24 and 25 of the Health Professions Act, 1974
(Act No 56 of 1974).
(17)Government Notice No 480 published in Government Gazette No 22235
dated 1 June 2001, General Regulations relating to the Medicine
and Related Substances Control Act, 1965 (Act No 101 of 1965).
(18)Government Notice No 1475 published in Government Gazette No 22377
dated 15 June 2001, Substances and medicines containing active
substance or substances not taken up in any of the other
Schedules, made in terms of section 22A of the Medicine and
Related Substances Control Act, 1965 (Act No 101 of 1965).
(19)Government Notice No R.395 published in Government Gazette No 22284
dated 18 May 2001, List of approved facilities for the purposes of
performing community service by pharmacists in the year 2002, made
in terms of the Pharmacy Act, 1974 (Act No 53 of 1974).
(20)Government Notice No R.496 published in Government Gazette No 22351
dated 8 June 2001, Regulations relating to the conduct of
inquiries held in terms of Chapter V of the Pharmacy Act, 1974,
made in terms of section 49(1) of the Pharmacy Act, 1974 (Act No
53 of 1974).
(21)Government Notice No 414 published in Government Gazette No 22293
dated 14 May 2001, Publication of the Explanatory Memorandum of
the summary of the National Laboratory Service Amendment Bill,
2001.
(22)Government Notice No 1407 published in Government Gazette No 22235
dated 1 June 2001, Publication of the Medical Schemes Amendment
Bill, 2001 for comment.
(23)Government Notice 1438 published in Government Gazette No 22369
dated 8 June 2001, Publication of the Medical Schemes Amendment
Bill, 2001 for comment.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
National Council of Provinces:
-
Report of the Select Committee on Economic Affairs on the Close Corporations Amendment Bill [B 31B - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75), dated 22 August 2001:
The Select Committee on Economic Affairs, having considered the subject of the Close Corporations Amendment Bill [B 31B - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75), referred to it, reports that it has agreed to the Bill.
MONDAY, 27 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Minister for Provincial and Local Government on 24 August
2001 submitted a draft of the Commission for the Promotion and
Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic
Communities Bill, 2001, as well as the memorandum explaining the
objects of the proposed legislation, to the Speaker and the
Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The draft has been
referred to the Portfolio Committee on Provincial and Local
Government and the Select Committee on Local Government and
Administration by the Speaker and the Chairperson, respectively,
in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(2) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister for
Agriculture and Land Affairs in the National Assembly on 27 August
2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Animal Identification Bill [B 49 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government Gazette No
22546 of 10 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Agriculture and Land Affairs of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Labour:
Report and Financial Statements of the National Economic Development
and Labour Council for 2000-2001.
-
The Minister for Agriculture and Land Affairs: Report and Financial Statements of Ncera Farms (Pty) Limited for 2000- 2001.
TUESDAY, 28 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister for Justice
and Constitutional Development in the National Assembly on 28
August 2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Interception and Monitoring Bill [B 50 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government Gazette No
22582 of 17 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Justice and Constitutional Development of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(2) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Finance in
the National Assembly on 28 August 2001 and referred to the Joint
Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of Joint Rule
160:
(i) Provincial Tax Regulation Bill [B 51 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 76) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government Gazette No
22353 of 1 June 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Finance of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Financial and Fiscal Commission's Submission on Remuneration
of Municipal Councillors, July 2001.
(2) The Financial and Fiscal Commission's Submission on Division of
Municipal Powers and Functions between District and Local
Municipalities, July 2001.
- The Minister of Health:
Report and Financial Statements of the Department of Health for 2000-
2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial
Statements of Vote No 13 - Health for 2000-2001 [RP 123-2001].
WEDNESDAY, 29 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Minister of Home Affairs on 20 August 2001 submitted a draft
of the Births and Deaths Registration Amendment Bill, 2001, as
well as the memorandum explaining the objects of the proposed
legislation, to the Speaker and the Chairperson in terms of Joint
Rule 159. The draft has been referred to the Portfolio Committee
on Home Affairs and the Select Committee on Social Services by the
Speaker and the Chairperson, respectively, in accordance with
Joint Rule 159(2).
(2) The Minister of Defence on 20 August 2001 submitted a draft of
the Defence Bill, 2001, as well as the memorandum explaining the
objects of the proposed legislation, to the Speaker and the
Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The draft has been
referred to the Portfolio Committee on Defence and the Select
Committee on Security and Constitutional Affairs by the Speaker
and the Chairperson, respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule
159(2).
(3) The Minister of Labour on 27 August 2001 submitted drafts of the
Labour Relations Amendment Bill, 2001, and the Basic Conditions of
Employment Amendment Bill, 2001 as well as the memorandums
explaining the objects of the proposed legislation, to the Speaker
and the Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The drafts have
been referred to the Portfolio Committee on Labour and the Select
Committee on Labour and Public Enterprises by the Speaker and the
Chairperson, respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(4) The Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) on 28 August 2001 in terms of
Joint Rule 160(3), classified the following Bills as section 75
Bills:
(i) Pension Funds Second Amendment Bill [B 41 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75).
(ii) International Criminal Court Bill [B 42 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75).
(iii) Judicial Matters Amendment Bill [B 43 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75).
(iv) Interim Rationalisation of Jurisdiction of High Courts
Bill [B 44 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75).
(v) Criminal Procedure Second Amendment Bill [B 45 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75).
(vi) Africa Institute of South Africa Bill [B 47 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75).
(vii) KwaZulu Cane Growers' Associaton Act Repeal Bill [B 48 -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75).
(5) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Finance in
the National Assembly on 29 August 2001 and referred to the Joint
Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of Joint Rule
160:
(i) Fina ncial Advisory and Intermediary Services Bill [B 52 -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) [Bill and prior notice of
its introduction published in Government Gazette No 22215 of
10 May 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Finance of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(6) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Home
Affairs in the National Assembly on 29 August 2001 and referred to
the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of
Joint Rule 160:
(i) Births and Deaths Registration Amendment Bill [B 53 -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of
Bill and prior notice of its introduction published in
Government Gazette No 22552 of 3 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on Home
Affairs of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(7) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister for
Agriculture and Land Affairs in the National Assembly on 29 August
2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Agricultural Debt Management Bill [B 54 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government Gazette No
22546 of 10 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Agriculture and Land Affairs of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of
Vote No 17 - Housing for 1999-2000 [RP 126-2000].
(2) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
South African Maritime Safety Authority for 1999-2000 [RP 15-
2001].
(3) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
Economic Co-operations Promotion Loans Fund for 1999-2000 [RP 33-
2001].
- The Minister of Transport:
Report and Financial Statements of the Regulating Committee for the
Airports Company South Africa and the Air Traffic Navigation Services
Company for 2000-2001.
THURSDAY, 30 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The following Bills were introduced by the Select Committee on
Education and Recreation at the request of the Minister of
Education in the National Council of Provinces on 30 August 2001
and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Education Laws Amendment Bill [B 55 - 2001] (National
Council of Provinces - sec 76) [Explanatory summary of Bill
and prior notice of its introduction published in
Government Gazette No 22440 of 2 July 2001.]
(ii) General and Further Education and Training Quality
Assurance Bill [B 57 - 2001] (National Council of Provinces
- sec 76) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior notice of
its introduction published in Government Gazette No 22440
of 2 July 2001.]
The Bills have also been referred to the Select Committee on
Education and Recreation of the National Council of Provinces.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bills may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(2) The following Bill was introduced by the Select Committee on
Social Services at the request of the Minister of Health in the
National Council of Provinces on 30 August 2001 and referred to
the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of
Joint Rule 160:
(i) National Health Laboratory Service Amendment Bill [B 56 -
2001] (National Council of Provinces - sec 76) [Explanatory
summary of Bill and prior notice of its introduction published
in Government Gazette No 22293 of 14 May 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Select Committee on Social
Services of the National Council of Provinces.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
National Council of Provinces:
- The Chairperson:
The following papers have been tabled and are now referred to the
relevant committees as mentioned below:
(1) The following paper is referred to the Select Committee on
Labour and Public Enterprises:
Report and Financial Statements of the National Economic
Development and Labour Council for 2000-2001.
(2) The following paper is referred to the Select Committee on Land
and Environmental Affairs:
Report and Financial Statements of Ncera Farms (Pty) Limited for
2000-2001.
(3) The following papers are referred to the Select Committee on
Local Government and Administration:
(a) The Financial and Fiscal Commission's Submission on
Remuneration of Municipal Councillors, July 2001.
(b) The Financial and Fiscal Commission's Submission on
Division of Municipal Powers and Functions between District
and Local Municipalities, July 2001.
(4) The following paper is referred to the Select Committee on
Social Services:
Report and Financial Statements of the Department of Health for
2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the
Financial Statements of Vote 13 - Health for 2000-2001 [RP 123-
2001].
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Bills:
- The Minister of Minerals and Energy:
(1) Umthethosivivinywa Wegesi [B 18 - 2001].
The Gas Bill [B 18 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) was
introduced in the National Assembly on 24 April 2001 and referred
to the Portfolio Committee on Minerals and Energy.
Papers:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of
Vote 27 - Public Works for 1999-2000 [RP 136-2000].
(2) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
Disaster Relief Fund for 1997-98, 1998-99 and 1999-2000 [RP 56-
2001].
(3) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
South African Diamond Board for 1999-2000 [RP 77-2001].
(4) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
Reinsurance Fund for Export Credit and Foreign Investments for
1999-2000 [RP 80-2001].
- The Minister of Labour:
Report and Financial Statements of the Department of Labour for 2000-
2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial
Statements of Vote 19 - Labour for 2000-2001 [RP 130-2001].
FRIDAY, 31 AUGUST 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Minister for Provincial and Local Government on 24 August
2001 submitted a draft of the Repeal of Volkstaat Council
Provisions Bill, 2001, as well as the memorandum explaining the
objects of the proposed legislation, to the Speaker and the
Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The draft has been
referred to the Portfolio Committee on Provincial and Local
Government and the Select Committee on Local Government and
Administration by the Speaker and the Chairperson, respectively,
in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(2) The following Bills were introduced by the Minister for
Provincial and Local Government in the National Assembly on 31
August 2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Disaster Management Bill [B 58 - 2001] (National Assembly
- sec 76) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior notice of
its introduction published in Government Gazette No 22560
of 17 August 2001.]
(ii) Repeal of Volkstaat Council Provisions Bill [B 59 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and
prior notice of its introduction published in Government
Gazette No 22570 of 16 August 2001.]
The Bills have also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Provincial and Local Government of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bills may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) Annual Report: Parliament of the Republic of South Africa for
2000-2001, including Financial Statements and the Report of the
Auditor-General.
(2) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
Independent Broadcasting Authority for 1 April to 30 June 2000 [RP
81-2001].
(3) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
State Library for 1998-99 [RP 85-2001].
(4) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
State Library for the period ended 31 October 1999 [RP 84-2001].
(5) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
Agricultural Research Council for 1999-2000 [RP 98-2001].
MONDAY, 3 SEPTEMBER 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Minister of Finance submitted the Wetsontwerp op die
Finansiële Intelligensiesentrum [W 1 - 2001] (National Assembly -
sec 75) to the Speaker and the Chairperson on 3 September 2001.
The Financial Intelligence Centre Bill [B 1 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75) was introduced in the National Asssembly by the
Minister on 8 January 2001.
National Council of Provinces:
- The Chairperson:
The following statement has been submitted to the National Council of
Provinces by the Western Cape Minister of Local Government and
Development Planning under section 106(3) of the Local Government:
Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act No 32 of 2000):
Investigation into allegations of fraud, maladministration, corruption
or other serious malpractice regarding the renaming of Adderley and
Wale Streets, Cape Town.
The statement is referred to the Select Committee on Local Government
and Administration.
Copies of the statement are available from the office of the Clerk of
the Papers.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Education:
(1) Report and Financial Statements of the South African
Qualifications Authority for 2000-2001, including the Report of
the Auditor-General for 2000-2001.
(2) Report and Financial Statements of the South African
Certification Council for 2000-2001.
- The Minister of Finance:
(1) Report and Financial Statements of the Financial Services Board
for 2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the
Financial Statements for 2000-2001.
(2) Report of the South African Reserve Bank - Bank Supervision
Department for 2000 [RP 26-2001].
(3) Financial Statements of the Corporation for Public Deposits for
2000-2001.
- The Minister for the Public Service and Administration:
Report and Financial Statements of the State Information Technology
Agency for 1999-2000, including the Report of the Auditor-General on
the Financial Statements for 1999-2000.
TUESDAY, 4 SEPTEMBER 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Defence in
the National Assembly on 4 September 2001 and referred to the
Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of Joint
Rule 160:
(i) Defence Bill [B 60 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75)
[Explanatory summary of Bill and prior notice of its
introduction published in Government Gazette No 22543 of 1
August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Defence of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(2) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Education
in the National Assembly on 4 September 2001 and referred to the
Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of Joint
Rule 160:
(i) Higher Education Amendment Bill [B 61 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government Gazette No
22440 of 2 July 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Education of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(3) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister for Provincial
and Local Government in the National Assembly on 4 September 2001
and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for
classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights
of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities Bill [B 62 -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of
Bill and prior notice of its introduction published in
Government Gazette No 22573 of 17 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Provincial and Local Government of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(4) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of
Communications in the National Assembly on 4 September 2001 and
referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification
in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Postal Services Amendment Bill [B 63 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government Gazette No
22641 of 31 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Communications of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) Report of the Auditor-General on the Annual Financial Statements
of CEF (Pty) Ltd and the following subsidiaries in the CEF Group
of Companies: Mosshold (Pty) Ltd - Group Annual Financial
Statements; Soekor (Pty) Ltd - Group Annual Financial Statements;
SFF Association - Group Annual Financial Statements; Cotec
Development (Pty) Ltd; Cotec Patrade (Pty) Ltd and the
Equalisation Fund for 1998-99 [RP 71-2001].
(2) Report of the Auditor-General on the Annual Financial Statements
of CEF (Pty) Ltd and the following subsidiaries in the CEF Group
of Companies: Mosshold (Pty) Ltd - Group Annual Financial
Statements; Soekor (Pty) Ltd - Group Annual Financial Statements;
SFF Association - Group Annual Financial Statements; Cotec
Development (Pty) Ltd; Cotec Patrade (Pty) Ltd; South African
Agency for Promotion of Petroleum Exploration and Exploitation
(Pty) Ltd (Petroleum Agency SA) and the Equalisation Fund for 1999-
2000 [RP 72-2001].
- The Minister of Communications:
Report and Financial Statements of the South African Broadcasting
Corporation for 2000-2001.
WEDNESDAY, 5 SEPTEMBER 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The following Bill was introduced by the Select Committee on
Land and Environmental Affairs at the request of the Minister for
Agriculture and Land Affairs in the National Council of Provinces
on 5 September 2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism
(JTM) for classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Animal Health Bill [B 64 - 2001] (National Council of
Provinces - sec 76) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government Gazette No
22546 of 10 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Select Committee on Land
and Environmental Affairs of the National Council of Provinces.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(2) The Minister of Home Affairs submitted the Wysigingswetsontwerp
op die Registrasie van Geboortes en Sterftes [W 53 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75) to the Speaker and the Chairperson on
5 September 2001. The Births and Deaths Registration Amendment
Bill [B 53 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) was introduced in
the National Assembly by the Minister on 29 August 2001.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of
Vote 20 - Justice for 1999-2000 [RP 129-2000].
(2) Report of the Auditor-General on Financial Management at
Provincial Administrations [RP 86-2001].
THURSDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Minister of Health on 31 August 2001 submitted a draft of
the Medical Schemes Amendment Bill, 2001, as well as the
memorandum explaining the objects of the proposed legislation, to
the Speaker and the Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The
draft has been referred to the Portfolio Committee on Health and
the Select Committee on Social Services by the Speaker and the
Chairperson, respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(2) The Minister of Communications on 31 August 2001 submitted a
draft of the Telecommunications Amendment Bill, 2001, as well as
the memorandum explaining the objects of the proposed legislation,
to the Speaker and the Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The
draft has been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Communications and the Select Committee on Labour and Public
Enterprises by the Speaker and the Chairperson, respectively, in
accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(3) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of
Communications in the National Assembly on 6 September 2001 and
referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification
in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Telecommunications Amendment Bill [B 65 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior
notice of its introduction published in Government Gazette No
22630 of 29 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Communications of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(4) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister for
Agriculture and Land Affairs in the National Assembly on 6
September 2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
for classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Veterinary and Para-Veterinary Professions Amendment Bill
[B 66 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory
summary of Bill and prior notice of its introduction published
in Government Gazette No 22546 of 10 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Agriculture and Land Affairs of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of
Vote 37 - Presidency for the period 1 June 1999 to 31 March 2000
and of the National Youth Commission for the period 1 June 1999 to
29 February 2000 [RP 155-2000].
(2) Report of the Auditor-General on the Secret Services Account,
the Related Departments Accounts and the Security Services Special
Account for 1999-2000 [RP 196-2000].
(3) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements of the
Special Defence Account (SDA) for 1999-2000 [RP 73-2001].
- The Minister of Labour:
(1) Report and Financial Statements of the Commission for
Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration for 2000-2001, including
the Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements for
2000-2001 [RP 113-2001].
(2) Report and Financial Statements of the National Productivity
Institute for 2000-2001.
MONDAY, 10 SEPTEMBER 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Minister for Justice and Constitutional Development on 7
September 2001 submitted a draft of the Judicial Officers'
Amendment Bill, 2001, as well as the memorandum explaining the
objects of the proposed legislation, to the Speaker and the
Chairperson in terms of Joint Rule 159. The draft has been
referred to the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional
Development and the Select Committee on Security and
Constitutional Affairs by the Speaker and the Chairperson,
respectively, in accordance with Joint Rule 159(2).
(2) The Minister of Trade and Industry submitted the
Wysigingswetsontwerp op Beslote Korporasies [W 31 - 2001]
(Nasionale Vergadering - art 75) to the Speaker and the
Chairperson on 7 September 2001. The Close Corporations Amendment
Bill [B 31 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) was introduced in
the National Assembly by the Minister on 8 June 2001.
(3) The Minister for Agriculture and Land Affairs submitted the
Wysigingswetsontwerp op Landbounavorsing [W 25 - 2001] (Nasionale
Vergadering - art 75) to the Speaker and the Chairperson on 10
September 2001. The Agricultural Research Amendment Bill [B 25 -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) was introduced in the National
Assembly by the Minister on 21 May 2001.
(4) The Minister for Agriculture and Land Affairs submitted the
Wysigingswetsontwerp op Bemarking van Landbouprodukte [W 26 -
2001] (Nasionale Vergadering - art 75) to the Speaker and the
Chairperson on 10 September 2001. The Marketing of Agricultural
Products Amendment Bill [B 26 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75)
was introduced in the National Assembly by the Minister on 21 May
2001.
NOTE:
After the introduction of the Bill it was reclassified by the JTM as
a section 76 Bill (see Announcements, Tablings and Committee
Reports, p 611).
(5) The Minister of Trade and Industry submitted the
Maatskappywysigingswetsontwerp [W 35 - 2001] (Nasionale
Vergadering - art 75) to the Speaker and the Chairperson on 10
September 2001. The Companies Amendment Bill [B 35 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75) was introduced in the National
Assembly by the Minister on 19 June 2001.
(6) Assent by the President of the Republic in respect of the
following Bills:
(i) Division of Revenue Bill [B 11D - 2001] - Act No 1 of 2001
(assented to and signed by President on 30 March 2001);
(ii) Patents Amendment Bill [B 24 - 2001] - Act No 10 of 2001
(assented to and signed by President on 13 July 2001);
(iii) National Forest and Fire Laws Amendment Bill [B 14B -
2001] - Act No 12 of 2001 (assented to and signed by
President on 13 July 2001);
(iv) Airports Company Amendment Bill [B 20 - 2001] - Act No 14
of 2001 (assented to and signed by President on 13 July
2001);
(v) Road Accident Fund Amendment Bill [B 21 - 2001] - Act No
15 of 2001 (assented to and signed by President on 13
July 2001);
(vi) Supreme Court Decree, 1990 (Ciskei) Amendment Bill [B 15 -
2001] - Act No 16 of 2001 (assented to and signed by
President on 13 July 2001);
(vii) Criminal Procedure Amendment Bill [B 37 - 2001] - Act No
17 of 2001 (assented to and signed by President on 13
July 2001);
(viii) Appropriation Bill [B 10 - 2001] - Act No 18 of 2001
(assented to and signed by President on 13 July 2001);
and
(ix) Administration of Estates Laws Interim Rationalisation
Bill [B 24B - 2000] - Act No 20 of 2001 (assented to and
signed by President on 13 July 2001).
(7) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Arts,
Culture, Science and Technology in the National Assembly on 10
September 2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
for classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Academy of Science of South Africa Bill [B 67 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of Bill and
prior notice of its introduction published in Government
Gazette No 22367 of 8 June 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Arts, Culture, Science and Technology of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
National Council of Provinces:
- The Chairperson:
Mr B J Mkhaliphi has been elected as chairperson of the Select
Committee on Local Government and Administration with effect from 7
September 2001.
- The Chairperson:
The following papers have been tabled and are now referred to the
relevant committees as mentioned below:
(1) The following papers are referred to the Select Committee on
Public Services:
(a) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements
of Vote 17 - Housing for 1999-2000 [RP 126-2000].
(b) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements
of the South African Maritime Safety Authority for 1999-2000
[RP 15-2000].
(c) Report and Financial Statements of the Regulating
Committee for the Airports Company South Africa and the Air
Traffic and Navigation Services Companies for 2000-2001.
(2) The following papers are referred to the Select Committee on
Economic Affairs:
(a) Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements
of the Economic Co-operation Promotion Loans Fund 1999-2000
[RP 33-2000].
(b) Report of the Auditor-General on the Annual Financial
Statements of CEF (Pty) Ltd and the following subsidiaries in
the CEF Group of Companies: Mosshold (Pty) Ltd - Group Annual
Financial Statements; Soekor (Pty) Ltd - Group Annual
Financial Statements; SFF Association - Group Annual Financial
Statements; Cotec Development (Pty) Ltd; Cotec Patrade (Pty)
Ltd and the Equalisation Fund for 1998-99 [RP 71-2001].
(c) Report of the Auditor-General on the Annual Financial
Statements of CEF (Pty) Ltd and the following subsidiaries in
the CEF Group of Companies: Mosshold (Pty) Ltd - Group Annual
Financial Statements; Soekor (Pty) Ltd - Group Annual
Financial Statements; SFF Association - Group Annual Financial
Statements; Cotec Development (Pty) Ltd; Cotec Patrade (Pty)
Ltd; South African Agency for Promotion of Petroleum
Exploration and Exploitation (Pty) Ltd (Petroleum Agency SA)
and the Equalisation Fund for 1999-2000 [RP 72-2001].
(3) The following paper is referred to the Select Committee on Local
Government and Administration:
Report and Financial Statements of the State Information
Technology Agency for 1999-2000, including the Report of the
Auditor-General on the Financial Statements for 1999-2000.
(4) The following papers are referred to the Select Committee on
Finance:
(a) Report and Financial Statements of the Financial Services
Board for 2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-
General on the Financial Statements for 2000-2001.
(b) Report of the South African Reserve Bank - Bank
Supervision Department for 2000 [RP 26-2001].
(c) Financial Statements of the Corporation for Public
Deposits for 2000-2001.
(5) The following papers are referred to the Select Committee on
Education and Recreation:
(a) Report and Financial Statements of the South African
Qualifications Authority for 2000-2001, including the Report
of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements for 2000-
2001.
(b) Report and Financial Statements of the South African
Certification Council for 2000-2001.
(6) The following paper is referred to the Select Committee on
Labour and Public Enterprises:
Report and Financial Statements of the South African Broadcasting
Corporation for 2000-2001.
TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER 2001 ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) Assent by the President of the Republic in respect of the
following Bills:
(i) Revenue Laws Amendment Bill [B 36 - 2001] - Act No 19 of
2001 (assented to and signed by President on 26 July 2001).
National Council of Provinces:
- The Chairperson:
Message from National Assembly to National Council of Provinces:
Bills passed by National Assembly on 11 September 2001 and transmitted
for concurrence:
(i) Marketing of Agricultural Products Amendment Bill [B 26B - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 76).
The Bill has been referred to the Select Committee on Land and
Environmental Affairs of the National Council of Provinces.
(ii) Companies Amendment Bill [B 35 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec
75).
The Bill has been referred to the Select Committee on Economic
Affairs of the National Council of Provinces.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Education:
(1) Manifesto on Values, Education and Democracy.
(2) Values in Education: Celebration of our National Symbols.
. The Minister of Arts, Culture, Science and Technology:
Reports of the National Archivist and the State Herald for 1999-2000
[RP 16-2001].
WEDNESDAY, 12 SEPTEMBER 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister for Justice
and Constitutional Development in the National Assembly on 12
September 2001 and referred to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
for classification in terms of Joint Rule 160:
(i) Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Amendment
Bill [B 68 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 74(3)) [Bill
published in Government Gazette No 22460 of 13 July 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Justice and Constitutional Development of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
The following changes have been made to the membership of Joint
Committees, viz:
Improvement of Quality of Life and Status of Women:
Appointed: Mabena, D C.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces: Papers:
- The Minister of Home Affairs:
Financial Statements of the Department of Home Affairs and Government
Printing Works for 2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-
General on the Financial Statements of Vote 14 - Home Affairs for 2000-
2001 and the Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial Statements
of the Government Printing Works Trading Accounts for 2000-2001 [RP 112-
2001].
- The Minister of Transport:
Report and Financial Statements of the South African Rail Commuter
Corporation for 2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General
on the Financial Statements for 2000-2001 [RP 107-2001].
- The Minister of Environmental Affairs and Tourism:
Financial Statements of the Department of Environmental Affairs and
Tourism for 2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on
the Financial Statements for 2000-2001 [RP 115-2001].
THURSDAY, 13 SEPTEMBER 2001
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Finance:
(i) Report and Financial Statements of Statistics South Africa for
2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the
Financial Statements of Vote 31 - Statistics South Africa for
2000-2001 [RP 103-2001].
- The Minister of Social Development:
Report and Financial Statements of the Department of Social Development
for 2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the
Financial Statements of Vote 35 - Social Development for 2000-2001.
- The Minister for Justice and Constitutional Development:
The South African Law Commission's Fifth Interim Report on Aspects of
the Law relating to Aids, Project 85 [RP 78-2001].
FRIDAY, 14 SEPTEMBER 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Health in
the National Assembly on 13 September 2001 and referred to the
Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of Joint
Rule 160:
(i) Mental Health Care Bill [B 69 - 2001] (National Assembly -
sec 76) [Explanatory summary of Bill and prior notice of its
introduction published in Government Gazette No 22598 of 21
August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Health of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
(2) The Minister of Trade and Industry submitted the
Wysigingswetsontwerp op Nagemaakte Goedere [W 27 - 2001]
(Nasionale Vergadering - art 75) to the Speaker and the
Chairperson on 14 September 2001. The Counterfeit Goods Amendment
Bill [B 27 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) was introduced in
the National Assembly by the Minister on 21 May 2001.
(3) The Minister of Trade and Industry submitted the
Wysigingswetsontwerp op Nywerheid-ontwikkeling [W 32 - 2001]
(Nasionale Vergadering - art 75) to the Speaker and the
Chairperson on 14 September 2001. The Industrial Development
Amendment Bill [B 32 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) was
introduced in the National Assembly by the Minister on 11 June
2001.
(4) The Minister of Trade and Industry submitted the
Wysigingswetsontwerp op Handelspraktyke [W 34 - 2001] (Nasionale
Vergadering - art 75) to the Speaker and the Chairperson on 14
September 2001. The Trade Practices Amendment Bill [B 34 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75) was introduced in the National
Assembly by the Minister on 14 June 2001.
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Finance:
(1) Report and Financial Statements of the South African Reserve
Bank for 2000-2001.
(2) Annual Economic Report of the South African Reserve Bank for
2001.
- The Minister of Public Enterprises:
Report and Financial Statements of the Department of Public Enterprises
for 2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the
Financial Statements of Vote 23 - Public Enterprises [RP 135-2001].
- The Minister for Justice and Constitutional Development:
(1) Government Notice No R.521 published in the Government Gazette
No 22360 dated 15 June 2001, Amendment of Schedules 1 and 2 to the
Drugs and Drug Trafficking Act, 1992, made in terms of section 63
of the Drugs and Drug Trafficking Act, 1992 (Act No 140 of 1992).
(2) Government Notice No R.597 published in the Government Gazette
No 22435 dated 2 July 2001, Determination under section 170A(4)(a)
of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act No 51 of 1977), of the
persons or the categories or classes of persons who are competent
to be appointed as intermediaries.
(3) Proclamation No R.117 published in the Government Gazette No
22530 dated 27 July 2001, Commencement of the Special
Investigating Unit and Special Tribunals Amendment Act, 2001 (Act
No 2 of 2001).
(4) Proclamation No R.118 published in the Government Gazette No
22531 dated 31 July 2001, Establishment of the Special
Investigating Unit, the Appointment of the Head of the Special
Investigating Unit and the Establishment of the Special Tribunal
in terms of the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals
Act, 1996 (Act No 74 of 1996).
(5) Government Notice No R.646 published in the Government Gazette
No 22469 dated 20 July 2001, Establishment of branch offices of
the Office for Witness Protection, made in terms of section 2(2)
of the Witness Protection Act, 1998 (Act No 112 of 1998).
- The Minister of Water Affairs and Forestry:
Report and Financial Statements of the Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority
for 2000-2001.
MONDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) on 17 September 2001 in terms
of Joint Rule 160(3), classified the following Bills as section 75
Bills:
(i) Animal Identification Bill [B 49 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75).
(ii) Interception and Monitoring Bill [B 50 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75).
(iii) Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Bill [B 52 -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75).
(iv) Births and Deaths Registration Amendment Bill [B 53 -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75).
(v) Agricultural Debt Management Bill [B 54 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75).
(vi) Repeal of Volkstaat Council Provisions Bill [B 59 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75).
(vii) Defence Bill [B 60 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75).
(viii) Higher Education Amendment Bill [B 61 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75).
(ix) Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights
of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities Bill [B
62 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75).
(x) Postal Services Amendment Bill [B 63 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75).
(xi) Telecommunications Amendment Bill [B 65 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75).
(xii) Veterinary and Para-Veterinary Professions Amendment Bill
[B 66 - 2001] (National Assembly - sec 75).
(xiii) Academy of Science of South Africa Bill [B 67 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 75).
(2) The Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) on 17 September 2001 in terms
of Joint Rule 160(4), classified the following Bills as section 76
Bills:
(i) Provincial Tax Regulation Bill [B 51 - 2001]
(National Assembly - sec 76).
(ii) Education Laws Amendment Bill [B 55 - 2001] (National
Council of Provinces - sec 76).
(iii) National Health Laboratory Service Amendment Bill [B 56 -
2001] (National Council of Provinces - sec 76).
(iv) General and Further Education and Training Quality
Assurance Bill [B 57 - 2001] (National Council of
Provinces - sec 76).
(v) Disaster Management Bill [B 58 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 76).
(vi) Animal Health Bill [B 64 - 2001] (National Council of
Provinces - sec 76).
TABLINGS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
Papers:
- The Minister of Defence:
Report and Financial Statements of the Department of Defence for 2000-
2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the Financial
Statements of Vote 7 - Defence for 2000-2001 [RP 138-2001].
- The Minister for Agriculture and Land Affairs:
Report and Financial Statements of the Agricultural Research Council
for 2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the
Financial Statements for 2000-2001 [RP 136-2001].
- The Minister of Water Affairs and Forestry:
(1) Report and Financial Statements of the Bloem Water Board for
1999-2000.
(2) Report and Financial Statements of the Amatola Water Board for
1999-2000.
- The Minister of Minerals and Energy:
Report and Financial Statements of the National Electricity Regulator
for 2000-2001, including the Report of the Auditor-General on the
Financial Statements for 2000-2001 [RP 108-2001].
TUESDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2001
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
National Assembly and National Council of Provinces:
- The Speaker and the Chairperson:
(1) The following Bill was introduced by the Minister of Labour in
the National Assembly on 18 September 2001 and referred to the
Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM) for classification in terms of Joint
Rule 160:
(i) Basic Conditions of Employment Amendment Bill [B 70 -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75) [Explanatory summary of
Bill and prior notice of its introduction published in
Government Gazette No 22642 of 31 August 2001.]
The Bill has also been referred to the Portfolio Committee on
Labour of the National Assembly.
In terms of Joint Rule 154 written views on the classification of
the Bill may be submitted to the Joint Tagging Mechanism (JTM)
within three parliamentary working days.
National Council of Provinces:
- The Chairperson:
Bill passed by National Council of Provinces on 18 September 2001: To
be submitted to President of the Republic for assent:
(i) Close Corporations Amendment Bill [B 31B - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75).
- The Chairperson:
Message from National Assembly to National Council of Provinces:
Bills passed by National Assembly on 18 September 2001 and transmitted
for concurrence:
(i) Pension Funds Amendment Bill [B 22B - 2001] (National Assembly
- sec 75).
The Bill has been referred to the Select Committee on Finance of
the National Council of Provinces.
(ii) Financial Institutions (Protection of Funds) Bill [B 23B -
2001] (National Assembly - sec 75).
The Bill has been referred to the Select Committee on Finance of
the National Council of Provinces.
(iii) Provincial Tax Regulation Process Bill [B 51D - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 76).
The Bill has been referred to the Select Committee on Finance of
the National Council of Provinces.
(iv) Counterfeit Goods Amendment Bill [B 27 - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 75).
The Bill has been referred to the Select Committee on Economic
Affairs of the National Council of Provinces.
(v) Trade Practices Amendment Bill [B 34 - 2001] (National Assembly
- sec 75).
The Bill has been referred to the Select Committee on Economic
Affairs of the National Council of Provinces.
(vi) Industrial Development Amendment Bill [B 32B - 2001] (National
Assembly - sec 76).
The Bill has been referred to the Select Committee on Economic
Affairs of the National Council of Provinces.