[The CHAIRPERSON OF THE NCOP: Order! Order! Hon members, let us keep quiet because we are now starting with our programme! Let us observe a moment of silence for prayers or meditation. You may all take your seats. People are not allowed to make a noise during the NCOP sitting. Should anyone make a noise, we are going to ask the security people to take that person out. Please listen attentively as the President of the country is going to deliver his annual address to the sitting of the NCOP. The Members of Parliament are also going to debate.