NATIONAL ASSEMBLY TUESDAY, 19 MARCH 2019

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government to empower and create opportunities for the South African youth and people with disabilities, especially influential committees and previously disreserved spaces for senior experienced white males, hence the hullabaloo from the hon members on my left.

The objection to the amendment by the DA based on suspicion that the NCOP didn't meet constitutional requirements seeks to hinder progress made and the possible impact this Bill will make in addressing shortcomings identified in the implementation of the Act.

The opposition still today struggles to comprehend the high importance of this Bill in the social cohesion imperatives of the country and that it will curb the use of internet services in advocating racism and hate speech. Once more, the ANC supports the report and the proposed amendment. Thank you very much.

Question put: That the Bill, as amended, be passed.

Division demanded.