Madam Speaker, some farmworkers who have been enduring long winter nights in mud houses in Limpopo have received four- roomed houses from the provincial government and their employer. BuaNews reported that one of the beneficiaries, Mr David Mashele, speaking on behalf of the recipients, said, ``Life was tough as some of the workers had no roof at all over their heads. We are grateful to receive these houses in my lifetime. I never imagined myself staying in a four-roomed house with big windows, ceiling and a toilet.''
Freedom under the ANC-led government is gradually restoring the dignity of all our people. The ANC works to strengthen safety, security and access to justice for farmworkers. We shall also continue to encourage all stakeholders, including government and the farming community, to engage in the issue of providing basic services and ensure that land reform programmes also give farmworkers access to land. I thank you. [Applause.]