Lentswe, Alabama - The community made an urgent call for action on unused land amid a housing crisis and decided to take over so-called unused land (Ext 13) two weeks ago. “The police came and threatened us with violence if we don’t get off the land,” said Gail R Mkoempe, a community representative. The group left and is at present occupying a piece of land opposite Manzilpark. According to her, they completed forms in 2023 after the local elections and then were promised houses. They were later told they were not promised houses and were only added to the database.

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House number 1337, Umkwakwa Street in Kgakala was a hive of activity as dignitaries visited the township to wish gogo Moselantja Kgosi a special happy birthday as she turned 100 years last Saturday May 10. The honorary function, led by the North West MEC for Social Development, Basetsana Susana Dantjie, was aimed at reflecting and acknowledging the lives of people who have surpassed the 100 year old mark.

Lentswe, Jouberton - At Tsamma Secondary School learners who are part of the Glenco Environmental Club are stepping up to fight poverty and hunger in their own school. In just two days, these determined young people filled bags with recyclable materials - not only cleaning their school grounds but taking a powerful step toward helping their school afford food and basic needs.