Western Cape Parliament Supports Objectives and Work of the African Peer Review Mechanism

The Western Cape Provincial Parliament is in full support of the work and objectives of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) to promote good governance on the continent, says Western Cape Provincial Speaker Mr. Shaun Byneveldt.

Speaker Byneveldt says: "The democratic structures, such as our Provincial Parliament and legislatures in their oversight function, are part of the process and will fully co-operate where it can. It is great to see the APRM as part of the Nepad objectives coming to visible fruition. The progress from concept to practice is welcomed. If all goes well with our continent and country, our province will also prosper."

The first official handing over ceremony takes place in Pretoria tomorrow where the country's self assessment report will be received by the review mission under leadership of Prof. Adebayo Adedeji of Nigeria.

The report will be presented by Mininster of Public Service and Administration, Geraldine Fraser Moleketi who chairs the APRM Governing Council in South Africa. Various dignitaries, including Pres. Thabo Mbeki, will attend the ceremony.

The APRM is a self monitoring tool aimed at promoting good governance on the continent through the adoption of laws, policies and practices that will lead to political stability, economic growth, sustainable development and the continent's economic integration. This will contribute towards development and fighting poverty.

Speaker Byneveldt will also meet with the mission team for an individual interview before its departure.

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