Chairperson, hon Minister, hon members, corruption and mismanagement in Home Affairs are so deep seated that it will take enormous effort and political will to eradicate them. I have followed the hon Minister's progress closely. I can assure the Minister today that I have followed it myself; I did not send Lesilo. I am impressed with her commitment to root out corruption. She has been candid about the massive challenges in the department on her surprise visits to the refugee offices and other offices, and has promised to come up with solutions.
Hon Minister, allow me to share my own experience. On Saturday, 20 June, I was asked by a member of the public, Mr Gavin Ruiters, to assist him and his wife who were turned away at the Cape Town office due to the lack of staff. People were also sent from as far as the Bellville and Wynberg offices to the Cape Town office for assistance. I spent three hours on the phone with Home Affairs, and this includes the toll-free number, but to no avail. On Monday, I phoned again and was sent from pillar to post without any progress. Our people must be served with dignity and pride. Imagine the difficulties an ordinary South African experiences without resources.
I would also like to congratulate the Independent Electoral Commission, IEC, on managing the recent elections with success. However, I would like the Ministry to look at the very troublesome section of the Act - section 24(a) - which allows voting at any polling station. This will be a challenge for the department.
In her response to this budget, I trust that the Minister will assure us that the department will be adequately prepared to deal with the necessary travel documentation for the thousands of fans.
In closing ... [Interjections.]
... ID e thekga ditekanyet?o. Ke a leboga. [Nako e fedile.] [... the ID supports the budget. Thank you. [Time expired.]]