Deputy President David Mabuza, in his capacity as Chairperson of the Inter-Ministerial Task Team established to respond to issues raised by Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders, will engage with Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders on Wednesday, 12 October 2022 in Khathu, the Northern Cape.

The ongoing engagements with Traditional and Khoi-San leaders by the Deputy President seek to strengthen the role of Government and the institution of traditional leadership to represent communities, preserve cultural heritage and build our nation.

Through these engagements, Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders have had the opportunity to make proposals to Government on how to confront the challenges that face our nation currently as well as how they will contribute to make South Africa a better place for all.

Deputy President Mabuza will be joined by the Premier of Northern Cape Province, Dr Zamani Saul, and accompanied by the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Mr Mcebisi Skwatsha, and the Deputy Minister of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Mr Obed Bapela, as well as Deputy Minister Maggie Sotyu of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment.

Date: Wednesday, 12 October 2022
Time: 10h30 (Media to arrive at 9h30)
Venue: Gamagara Town Hall, Khathu

Members of the media are requested to confirm their attendance with Linah Ledwaba on 066 240 7635.

Source: The Presidency Republic of South Africa