Thanks, Speaker. We thank the hon Ngwenya for raising this matter. This is part of the ongoing joint programme between the Department of Public Works, and the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, to improve the justice facilities. We also think that this goes a long way in facilitating and making justice available and accessible to our people. There are many more projects through which we are continuing with this.
On the second issue, which was raised by the leader of the PAC, I think this is a very serious matter, regardless of who is affected. It is no laughing matter; it is a very serious matter. This is a matter which unfortunately falls under another arm of government, which is the judiciary. The fact of the matter is it does happen from time to time that if there is no proper evidence, the case would be dismissed. However, the logic applies that there must be further investigation, especially when somebody has lost his life. It is a matter that must be taken up with the police. It is indeed a serious matter!
The same goes for the issue of the forensic laboratory, which was a joint project between Department of Public Works and the SA Police Service. It is part of making sure that justice is made accessible.
Another issue has been raised by hon Kganare from Cope. We agree with everybody in Parliament, and even outside, that the right to protest is a constitutional right, but it must be exercised in a responsible manner. Any violence accompanying such protest should be condemned and be dealt with. Hon Kganare, together with your new DA allies, I now understand why Shilowa was fighting. You should not be a political chameleon when you raise this issue ... [Laughter.] [Applause.] ... that changes colours at every opportunity. You must be principled when you raise this issue. [Interjections.]
Order, hon members! Order!
When there were protests in the ANC- controlled municipalities you said that it was as a result of poor service delivery. Now that it happens in the DA-controlled municipalities, you being a black person who has been brought up in the liberation movement, have lost your consciousness. You are not supposed to do that. [Interjections.] [Time expired.] [Applause.]
Hon Speaker, the hon Gucci-communist has just indicated a very odd ... [Interjections.]
What point are you rising on, madam?
I want him to apologise for his behaviour in the House because it is not conducive to an orderly meeting.
It is not a point of order. Minister, please just proceed.