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A4ID joins Barolong Boora Tshidi to celebrate Heritage Month

by Nobantu Cala

MAHIKENG MAIL - MAHIKENG: Advocacy for Inclusive Development (A4ID) in the North West joined the Barolong Boora Tshidi under the leadership of Kgosi Jeffrey Kgotleng Montshioa to honour and celebrate the conclusion of Women’s Month and embrace the start of Heritage Month. The ceremony was recently held in Koikoi in Mahikeng.
Each year in September, South Africans of all backgrounds, races and cultural groups join together to reflect on their diverse cultural identities. This month serves as an opportunity for people to appreciate the tapestry of culture and reflect on their roots.
The ceremony was filled with colourful cultural attire and the Koikoi Community members attended the event dressed in their Setswana traditional attire.

Ultramarathon ace Mothibi sets sights on Absa Run Your City Joburg

MAHIKENG MAIL - MAHIKENG: Five-time Comrades Marathon gold medallist Edward Mothibi is looking forward to the Absa Run Your City Joburg 10k on Wednesday, 24 September. He describes the race as one of the highlights of his year, using it as a crucial speed test before shifting his focus to preparations for the upcoming ultramarathon season.
Mothibi, who has earned two consecutive top ten finishes against 10km and 21km specialists at the annual Absa Run Your City series season finale in Joburg, is positive about delivering another striking performance on national Heritage Day.

Nominate Outstanding Public Servants for the 2025 National Batho Pele and Innovation Awards!

The Minister for the Public Service and Administration, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, and Deputy Minister Pinky Kekana invite all citizens to recognize and celebrate the efforts of public servants dedicated to delivering exceptional services. The 2025 National Batho Pele and Innovation Awards are now open for nominations, and this is your chance to highlight those who go the extra mile in serving our communities.

North West Women in Tourism empowers rural economies

MAHIKENG MAIL - DISANENG: The North West Women in Tourism organisation proudly hosted their Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the breath-taking Disaneng Dam on 28 August 28 under the theme ‘Empowering Rural Economies Through Sustainable Tourism’.
The event brought together key stakeholders, including tribal council leaders, municipal officials and women in tourism-related businesses.
The AGM served as a platform to highlight Disaneng’s untapped tourism potential and aimed to align efforts to promote domestic and inclusive tourism.

Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality placed under Section 16(5)

MAHIKENG MAIL - MAHIKENG: North West Provincial Government has appointed an Ad-hoc Committee to investigate the conduct of municipal councillors of Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality, following weeks of administrative turbulence.
This culminated into the closure of municipal offices with provision of services taking a hammering. MEC Molapisi says the decision forms part of government’s ongoing efforts to stabilise the municipality.