Chairperson, as alluded to by the President, by 2014 over 400 000 people will have security of tenure. All of this cannot be achieved, however, if we do not have policies and legislation, or if we put into practice policies and legislation that nullify government's policies of service delivery implementation. Therefore, this piece of legislation is long overdue - you cannot progress with old, outdated legislation. The MF supports both pieces of legislation.
The main problem is that the whole sectional title deed environment still preserves the dominance of white people. They still control everything around sectional title. According to our expectations, they will make every effort to ensure that black people are excluded from their efforts. This must, however, translate into sound economic benefits for all across the racial sectors. We need to leverage the economic benefits that come from sectional title.
The MF's concerns were around the issue of education. It is of paramount importance that there should be sound, meaningful transformation. Many previously disadvantaged blacks were not familiar with the entire sectional title matter. The establishment of the ombud will deal with problematic issues and indeed it will see to the poor people who have lost their homes previously.
We must take note of the fact that people are entitled to only one housing subsidy. The MF also welcomes the curbing of the powers of delegation, which were indeed utilised to advance certain economic agendas. The introduction of the ombud will see people save money and time, and matters will be addressed prior to going to court. People must not be prejudiced because of a lack of education, and lose their homes - that is rather sad.
As included in the sectional title, people must get transfers of their homes. Whilst the Minister has said that ownership of property creates asset wealth, communities in rural areas are still waiting for the transfer of their properties ... The MF will support both pieces of legislation. [Time expired.] [Applause.]