The Party is established on and will be guided in its policy formulation by the following core principles:

1.

The goal of building a national alliance of intellectuals, business leaders, all class of voters, fundamental group formations, civil society

groups and political parties who share our core beliefs and who reflect the cultural and socio-economic diversity of the Republic of South

Africa.

2.

A belief in a balance between Government intervention, compassionate social policy that empowers the less fortunate by promoting self-

dependency and equality of opportunity, and the rights and responsibilities of individuals, families and free associations.

3.

An alliance of entities that embraces our differences and values, yet guided by a concept of South Africa as the greater sum of strong parts.

4.

The Party shall conduct itself in a manner that is accountable and responsive to its alliance members.

5.

An allegiance to an independent democratic South Africa governed in line with the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, the

respect of the three spheres of Government and the rule of law.

6.

The equality of all the South Africans.

7.

A belief in the value and dignity of all human life.

8.

A belief in the freedom of the citizens of South Africa, including freedom of speech, worship and assembly.

9.

A belief in the system of Government as the best expression of the diversity of our nation, and in the desirability of strong provincial and

local governments.

10.

All our official languages have equality of status, and equal rights and privileges as to their use in all the institutions of Government and the

country as a whole.

11.

The economic prosperity of the people of South Africa depends on the following:

1.11.1 a free competitive economy with less Government intervention;

1.11.2 the freedom of South Africans to access all the factors of production;

1.11.3 the right to own land.

12.

A fiscally prudent Government whose responsibilities must be limited to those which cannot be carried out reasonably by individuals and

business.

13.

It is the responsibility of individuals to provide for themselves and their dependents whilst acknowledging that Government must respond

to those who require assistance and compassion.

14.

The role of the Government is to create an enabling environment where individuals’ initiatives are rewarded, excellence is pursued,

security and privacy of the individual is provided and prosperity is guaranteed by a free competitive market economy.

15.

The Nation must strengthen our military by ensuring a well-armed military, honouring those who serve and their families, and promoting

our history and strong traditions.

16.

The quality of our environment and all our natural resources are a vital part of our heritage to be protected by all our generations.

17.

Our country should accept its obligations among the nations of Africa.

18.

The responsible Government is attentive to its citizens and consists of Government representatives who at all times conduct themselves

in an ethical manner and display integrity, honesty and concern for the best interest of the nation.

19.

All South Africans should have a reasonable access to quality health care and education regardless of their ability to pay.

20.

The greatest potential for achieving social and economic objectives is under a global trading regime that is free and fair.