Chairperson, even though the ACDP will be supporting Vote No 5, we nevertheless wish to appeal to the Minister of International Relations and Co-operation to speak out and condemn the unending kidnappings and brutal rape of women and children in East Congo. The reports that are coming from that region are heartbreaking and shocking and demand the urgent attention of different governments, including our very own.
We further call on the hon Minister to use all available channels to prevail upon the African Union to do more to protect the most vulnerable women and children in East Congo. The ACDP will support this Vote. Thank you.