Happening in Parliament This Week

To download a soundbite of Parliament’ spokesperson, Mr. Moloto Mothapo, click on this link: https://iono.fm/e/1606580 

Parliament, Sunday, 12 October 2025 – Key items in this week’s busy parliamentary programme include President Cyril Ramaphosa’s appearance before NCOP delegates to answer Questions for Oral Reply, submission of evidence to the Ad Hoc Committee Investigating Allegations made by KwaZulu Natal Police Commissioner, General Nhlanhla Mkwanazi, and several other activities reflecting its ongoing oversight and legislative responsibilities.

From 11 am on Monday, the Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by the South African Police Service’s KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, will continue hearing oral evidence from key witnesses. The oral hearings are scheduled to continue with the testimony of Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya on Monday and Tuesday, and Minister Senzo Mchunu later in the week. So far, the committee has heard oral testimonies from General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, and National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola.

The committee is empowered by the National Assembly Rule 253 and was established following the allegations made by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi in a media briefing in July. Documents for the committee can be found on: https://www.parliament.gov.za/ad-hoc-committee-gen-mkhwanazis-allegations

On Tuesday, President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to appear before delegates to the National Council of Provinces to respond to Questions for Oral Reply. The hybrid session will start at 2pm and will see the president respond to questions relating to government’s efforts to combat corruption within Cabinet, improve service delivery, and revitalise local industries, including the rail sector.

The NCOP will reconvene on Thursday at 2pm for another question and answer session, this time, with Economics Cluster 4C ministers. This Cluster comprises ministers responsible for the national departments of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, and Electricity and Energy.

Questions and answer sessions are among the mechanisms Parliament utilises to hold members of the executive to account. According to Section 92(2) of the Constitution, members of the executive are accountable, both collectively and individually, to Parliament for exercising powers and performing their functions.

On Wednesday, the NCOP will, during a hybrid plenary planned for 2pm, consider motions, orations of condolences on the passing of Honourable Mrs Mathilda Michelle Bains, reports, and legislation. The same sitting will also hold a debate on International Rural Women’s Day, under the theme, “Empowering rural women to bridge the Gender Gap in food security and land tenure”.

Earlier on Thursday, the National Assembly Programming Committee will meet at 08.30 to consider the programme, bills and legislation before the house.

Meanwhile, in the National Assembly, Portfolio Committees will focus on finalising their Budgetary Review and Recommendations Reports (BRRRs). These reports are one of Parliament’s most important tools for ensuring that public funds are spent responsibly and that government delivers on its promises.

BRRRs allow Parliament to assess whether the national budget is improving people’s lives and guide decisions about how much funding departments should receive in the next budget cycle. Each October, Committees compile BRRRs for every government department. Once adopted by the National Assembly, the reports are submitted to the Minister of Finance and other relevant Cabinet members. The Minister then responds to them during the February Budget Review, helping Parliament track progress and follow up on its recommendations.

There are 35 committee meetings scheduled this week, which include:

MONDAY,13 OCTOBER 2025

Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, [Submission of evidence by General Shadrack Sibiya.],
Good Hope Chamber, 11:00 – 18:00

Portfolio Committee on Employment & Labour, [Briefing by the Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) and its Entities on the Annual Reports (BRRR) + Fourth Quarterly Performance Report in meeting its Strategic Objectives 2024/25], Zoom Virtual Platform, 09:00 – 18:00.

TUESDAY, 14 OCTOBER 2025

Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, [Submission of evidence by General Shadrack Sibiya.], Good Hope Chamber, 09:00 – 18:00

Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition, [Engagement with the Department of Transport, Transnet, Competition Commission, and BBBEE Commission on the impact of the directive to lease infrastructure at the Island View precinct (with PC on Transport] S12A, Ground floor, NCOP Building, 09:30-13:00

Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, Briefing by the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) on the 2024/25 audit outcomes of (i) the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) and its Entities; and (ii) GCIS and MDDA. Briefing by the DCDT, SABC, SENTECH, BBI, SITA and USAASA/USAF on its 2024/25 Annual Report and Financial Statements. Virtual Meeting, 09:00 – 17:00

Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture, [Briefing by the Auditor-General of South Africa on the audit outcomes of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture and its entities for the 2024/25 financial year.The president of Athletics South Africa to appear before the Committee to respond to allegations of deliberately misleading the Committee during a meeting held on 17 June 2025. Consideration and adoption of the Fourth Term Programme. Consideration and adoption of outstanding draft minutes.], M314, Third Floor, Marks Building, 09:30 - 17:00

Joint Standing Committee on Financial Management of Parliament, [Briefings by the Auditor-General of South Africa, and Parliament’s management team on the Parliament of the RSA’s performance during the 2024/25 financial year.], Virtual Platform, 17:30 – 20:30

Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, [Briefing by the Office of the Auditor-General SA on the audit outcomes of the annual reports of the Departments of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs and the entities reporting to it; Engagement with the Departments of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs including MISA on the 2024/25 Annual Reports], Zoom Virtual Platform, 09:00 – 17:00

Select Committee on Education and Creative industries, [Briefing by the Auditor General on the 2024/25 Audit Outcomes of Department of Higher Education and Training. Briefing by the Department of Higher Education and Training on their 2024/2025 Annual Report and Consideration and adoption of Draft Minutes.], Virtual Meeting Platform 10:00 – 12:30

Portfolio Committee on Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, [Briefing by CGE on Annual Report 2024/25, Briefing by ARC on CGE’s Annual Report 2024/25]

Select Committee on Finance, [Capacity building with the South African Reserve Bank and briefing on their annual performance], Venue TBC, 10:00 – 13:00

Portfolio Committee on Agriculture, [ Briefing on the 2024/25 Annual Performance by the following in preparation for Budget Review &Recommendations Report (BRRR): Agricultural Research Council (ARC), National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC), Perishable Products Exprt Control Board (PPECB).] Committee Room 1, 120 Plein Street, Ground Floor, 09:30 – 15:00

Portfolio Committee on Transport, [1.Budgetary Review and Recommendation Report (BRRR): Finalisation of observations and recommendations; 2. Consideration and adoption of Committee’s BRRR; 3. Consideration and adoption of Committee report on the Department of Transport’s 2024/25 Fourth quarter expenditure; 4. Consideration and adoption of minutes of proceedings; M201, Second Floor, Marks Building, 14:00 - 16:00

Standing Committee on Finance, [Briefing by the AG on audit outcomes of National Treasury and its entities; Briefing by National Treasury and SARS on their annual reports] Virtual Meeting Platform, 10:00 – 16:00

Standing Committee on Public Accounts, [Road Accident Fund Oversight Enquiry - Witness: Mr M Lehomo, Mr M Mhlanga; Witness: Mr J Modise.]; M514, Fifth Floor, Marks Building; 09:00 – 17:00.

WEDNESDAY, 15 OCTOBER 2025

Portfolio Committee on Health, [Consideration and adoption of the Committee’s Budget Review and Recommendations Report], Virtual Meeting Platform, 10:00 – 12:30.

Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition, [Briefing by the NGB on its 2024/25 Annual Report, Briefing by the NLC on its 2024/25 Annual Report], Virtual Meeting Platform, 09:30-13:00

Portfolio Committee on Public Works and Infrastructure, [Briefing - DPWI/PMTE: 2025/26 1st & 2nd Quarter Performance Reports & Financial Statements.], M314, Third floor, Marks Building, 09:00-12:00

Select Committee on Economic Development and Trade, [Briefing by the Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa (ECIC) on its strategic plan and performance plan for the 2025/26 financial year], Virtual Meeting Platform, 10:00 - 13:00

Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture, [Briefing by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture on the 2024/25 Annual Report.], Virtual Meeting Platform, 09:30 - 15:00

Select Committee on Appropriations, [Briefing by National Treasury on Conditional Grants Review Reforms as proposed or being implemented. Briefing by National Treasury on the Special Appropriation Bill [B22-2025] (tentative programme)], Virtual platform 10:00-11:00

Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, [Briefing by the Office of the Auditor-General on the 2024/2025 audit outcomes for the DPME, Statistics South Africa and Brand South Africa; Consideration and adoption of the draft of the fourth term committee Programme; Tabling and consideration of written responses emanating from the 10 September 2025 Portfolio Committee meeting; Tabling of draft 2025/2026 annual performance plan of the Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation], Venue: M201, Marks Building, 10:00.

Standing Committee on Public Accounts, [Road Accident Fund Oversight Enquiry - Witness: Mr M Polela.], M514, Fifth Floor, Marks Building; 09:00 – 17:00.

Standing Committee on Finance, [Briefing by Accounting Standards Board (ASB), FAIS Ombud, Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA), Pension Funds Adjudicator (PFA), Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC), and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) on their annual reports] Virtual Meeting Platform, 10:00 – 16:00

THURSDAY,16 OCTOBER 2025

Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, [Submission of evidence by Minister Senzo Mchunu.], M46, Ground floor, Marks Building 09:00 – 18:00

Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, [Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation briefing on its 2024/2025 annual report and audited financial statements, and tabling of its first and second quarterly performance and expenditure reports for the 2025/2026 financial year; Brand South Africa briefing on its 2024/2025 annual report and audited financial statements, and tabling of its first and second quarterly performance and expenditure reports for the 2025/2026 financial year], Venue: S12A, NCOP Building, 09:00.

Standing Committee on Public Accounts, [Road Accident Fund Oversight Enquiry - Witness: Mr V Songela.]; M514, Fifth Floor, Marks Building; 14:00 – 21:00.

FRIDAY, 17 OCTOBER 2025

Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, [Submission of evidence by Minister Senzo Mchunu.], M46, Ground floor, Marks Building 09:00 – 18:00

Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, [Statistics South Africa briefing on its 2024/2025 annual report and audited financial statements, and tabling of its first and second quarterly performance and expenditure reports for the 2025/2026 financial year.], Venue: TBC, 09:00.

Standing Committee on Public Accounts, [Road Accident Fund Oversight Enquiry - Witness: Law Society of South Africa.]; Virtual Meeting Platform; 09:00 – 13:00.

For the latest full schedule of Committee meetings (updated regularly), please visit: https://www.parliament.gov.za/storage/app/media/Docs/zlist/01dc2qim3xw6afo72m4fhy2c3fjgn2ppj5.pdf

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HAPPENING IN PARLIAMENT THIS WEEK

To download a soundbite of Parliament’ spokesperson, Mr. Moloto Mothapo, click on this link: https://iono.fm/e/1606580 

Parliament, Sunday, 12 October 2025 – Key items in this week’s busy parliamentary programme include President Cyril Ramaphosa’s appearance before NCOP delegates to answer Questions for Oral Reply, submission of evidence to the Ad Hoc Committee Investigating Allegations made by KwaZulu Natal Police Commissioner, General Nhlanhla Mkwanazi, and several other activities reflecting its ongoing oversight and legislative responsibilities.

From 11 am on Monday, the Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by the South African Police Service’s KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, will continue hearing oral evidence from key witnesses. The oral hearings are scheduled to continue with the testimony of Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya on Monday and Tuesday, and Minister Senzo Mchunu later in the week. So far, the committee has heard oral testimonies from General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, and National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola.

The committee is empowered by the National Assembly Rule 253 and was established following the allegations made by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi in a media briefing in July. Documents for the committee can be found on: https://www.parliament.gov.za/ad-hoc-committee-gen-mkhwanazis-allegations

On Tuesday, President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to appear before delegates to the National Council of Provinces to respond to Questions for Oral Reply. The hybrid session will start at 2pm and will see the president respond to questions relating to government’s efforts to combat corruption within Cabinet, improve service delivery, and revitalise local industries, including the rail sector.

The NCOP will reconvene on Thursday at 2pm for another question and answer session, this time, with Economics Cluster 4C ministers. This Cluster comprises ministers responsible for the national departments of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, and Electricity and Energy.

Questions and answer sessions are among the mechanisms Parliament utilises to hold members of the executive to account. According to Section 92(2) of the Constitution, members of the executive are accountable, both collectively and individually, to Parliament for exercising powers and performing their functions.

On Wednesday, the NCOP will, during a hybrid plenary planned for 2pm, consider motions, orations of condolences on the passing of Honourable Mrs Mathilda Michelle Bains, reports, and legislation. The same sitting will also hold a debate on International Rural Women’s Day, under the theme, “Empowering rural women to bridge the Gender Gap in food security and land tenure”.

Earlier on Thursday, the National Assembly Programming Committee will meet at 08.30 to consider the programme, bills and legislation before the house.

Meanwhile, in the National Assembly, Portfolio Committees will focus on finalising their Budgetary Review and Recommendations Reports (BRRRs). These reports are one of Parliament’s most important tools for ensuring that public funds are spent responsibly and that government delivers on its promises.

BRRRs allow Parliament to assess whether the national budget is improving people’s lives and guide decisions about how much funding departments should receive in the next budget cycle. Each October, Committees compile BRRRs for every government department. Once adopted by the National Assembly, the reports are submitted to the Minister of Finance and other relevant Cabinet members. The Minister then responds to them during the February Budget Review, helping Parliament track progress and follow up on its recommendations.

There are 35 committee meetings scheduled this week, which include:
MONDAY,13 OCTOBER 2025

Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, [Submission of evidence by General Shadrack Sibiya.],
Good Hope Chamber, 11:00 – 18:00

Portfolio Committee on Employment & Labour, [Briefing by the Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) and its Entities on the Annual Reports (BRRR) + Fourth Quarterly Performance Report in meeting its Strategic Objectives 2024/25], Zoom Virtual Platform, 09:00 – 18:00.

TUESDAY, 14 OCTOBER 2025

Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, [Submission of evidence by General Shadrack Sibiya.], Good Hope Chamber, 09:00 – 18:00

Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition, [Engagement with the Department of Transport, Transnet, Competition Commission, and BBBEE Commission on the impact of the directive to lease infrastructure at the Island View precinct (with PC on Transport] S12A, Ground floor, NCOP Building, 09:30-13:00

Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, Briefing by the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) on the 2024/25 audit outcomes of (i) the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) and its Entities; and (ii) GCIS and MDDA. Briefing by the DCDT, SABC, SENTECH, BBI, SITA and USAASA/USAF on its 2024/25 Annual Report and Financial Statements. Virtual Meeting, 09:00 – 17:00

Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture, [Briefing by the Auditor-General of South Africa on the audit outcomes of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture and its entities for the 2024/25 financial year.The president of Athletics South Africa to appear before the Committee to respond to allegations of deliberately misleading the Committee during a meeting held on 17 June 2025. Consideration and adoption of the Fourth Term Programme. Consideration and adoption of outstanding draft minutes.], M314, Third Floor, Marks Building, 09:30 - 17:00

Joint Standing Committee on Financial Management of Parliament, [Briefings by the Auditor-General of South Africa, and Parliament’s management team on the Parliament of the RSA’s performance during the 2024/25 financial year.], Virtual Platform, 17:30 – 20:30

Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, [Briefing by the Office of the Auditor-General SA on the audit outcomes of the annual reports of the Departments of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs and the entities reporting to it; Engagement with the Departments of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs including MISA on the 2024/25 Annual Reports], Zoom Virtual Platform, 09:00 – 17:00

Select Committee on Education and Creative industries, [Briefing by the Auditor General on the 2024/25 Audit Outcomes of Department of Higher Education and Training. Briefing by the Department of Higher Education and Training on their 2024/2025 Annual Report and Consideration and adoption of Draft Minutes.], Virtual Meeting Platform 10:00 – 12:30

Portfolio Committee on Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, [Briefing by CGE on Annual Report 2024/25, Briefing by ARC on CGE’s Annual Report 2024/25]

Select Committee on Finance, [Capacity building with the South African Reserve Bank and briefing on their annual performance], Venue TBC, 10:00 – 13:000

Portfolio Committee on Agriculture, [ Briefing on the 2024/25 Annual Performance by the following in preparation for Budget Review &Recommendations Report (BRRR): Agricultural Research Council (ARC), National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC), Perishable Products Exprt Control Board (PPECB).] Committee Room 1, 120 Plein Street, Ground Floor, 09:30 – 15:00

Portfolio Committee on Transport, [1.Budgetary Review and Recommendation Report (BRRR): Finalisation of observations and recommendations; 2. Consideration and adoption of Committee’s BRRR; 3. Consideration and adoption of Committee report on the Department of Transport’s 2024/25 Fourth quarter expenditure; 4. Consideration and adoption of minutes of proceedings; M201, Second Floor, Marks Building, 14:00 - 16:00

Standing Committee on Finance, [Briefing by the AG on audit outcomes of National Treasury and its entities; Briefing by National Treasury and SARS on their annual reports] Virtual Meeting Platform, 10:00 – 16:00

Standing Committee on Public Accounts, [Road Accident Fund Oversight Enquiry - Witness: Mr M Lehomo, Mr M Mhlanga; Witness: Mr J Modise.]; M514, Fifth Floor, Marks Building; 09:00 – 17:00.

WEDNESDAY, 15 OCTOBER 2025

Portfolio Committee on Health, [Consideration and adoption of the Committee’s Budget Review and Recommendations Report], Virtual Meeting Platform, 10:00 – 12:30.

Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition, [Briefing by the NGB on its 2024/25 Annual Report, Briefing by the NLC on its 2024/25 Annual Report], Virtual Meeting Platform, 09:30-13:00

Portfolio Committee on Public Works and Infrastructure, [Briefing - DPWI/PMTE: 2025/26 1st & 2nd Quarter Performance Reports & Financial Statements.], M314, Third floor, Marks Building, 09:00-12:00

Select Committee on Economic Development and Trade, [Briefing by the Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa (ECIC) on its strategic plan and performance plan for the 2025/26 financial year], Virtual Meeting Platform, 10:00 - 13:00

Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture, [Briefing by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture on the 2024/25 Annual Report.], Virtual Meeting Platform, 09:30 - 15:00

Select Committee on Appropriations, [Briefing by National Treasury on Conditional Grants Review Reforms as proposed or being implemented. Briefing by National Treasury on the Special Appropriation Bill [B22-2025] (tentative programme)], Virtual platform 10:00-11:00

Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, [Briefing by the Office of the Auditor-General on the 2024/2025 audit outcomes for the DPME, Statistics South Africa and Brand South Africa; Consideration and adoption of the draft of the fourth term committee Programme; Tabling and consideration of written responses emanating from the 10 September 2025 Portfolio Committee meeting; Tabling of draft 2025/2026 annual performance plan of the Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation], Venue: M201, Marks Building, 10:00.

Standing Committee on Public Accounts, [Road Accident Fund Oversight Enquiry - Witness: Mr M Polela.], M514, Fifth Floor, Marks Building; 09:00 – 17:00.

Standing Committee on Finance, [Briefing by Accounting Standards Board (ASB), FAIS Ombud, Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA), Pension Funds Adjudicator (PFA), Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC), and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) on their annual reports] Virtual Meeting Platform, 10:00 – 16:00

THURSDAY,16 OCTOBER 2025

Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, [Submission of evidence by Minister Senzo Mchunu.], M46, Ground floor, Marks Building 09:00 – 18:00

Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, [Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation briefing on its 2024/2025 annual report and audited financial statements, and tabling of its first and second quarterly performance and expenditure reports for the 2025/2026 financial year; Brand South Africa briefing on its 2024/2025 annual report and audited financial statements, and tabling of its first and second quarterly performance and expenditure reports for the 2025/2026 financial year], Venue: S12A, NCOP Building, 09:00.

Standing Committee on Public Accounts, [Road Accident Fund Oversight Enquiry - Witness: Mr V Songela.]; M514, Fifth Floor, Marks Building; 14:00 – 21:00.

FRIDAY, 17 OCTOBER 2025

Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, [Submission of evidence by Minister Senzo Mchunu.], M46, Ground floor, Marks Building 09:00 – 18:00

Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, [Statistics South Africa briefing on its 2024/2025 annual report and audited financial statements, and tabling of its first and second quarterly performance and expenditure reports for the 2025/2026 financial year.], Venue: TBC, 09:00.

Standing Committee on Public Accounts, [Road Accident Fund Oversight Enquiry - Witness: Law Society of South Africa.]; Virtual Meeting Platform; 09:00 – 13:00.

For the latest full schedule of Committee meetings (updated regularly), please visit: https://www.parliament.gov.za/storage/app/media/Docs/zlist/01dc2qim3xw6afo72m4fhy2c3fjgn2ppj5.pdf

ISSUED BY THE PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA