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The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs led by the acting Chairperson Hon. Ngobeni Hassani

held a meeting with the Limpopo House of Traditional Leaders to deliberate on challenges facing the institution. The engagement provided a platform for Members to openly discuss key issues affecting Traditional Leaders and explore possible solutions. Both parties agreed on need to for ongoing dialogue to address concerns and enhance cooperation going forward

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela, SCOPA Chairperson Hon Esther Mokoele

and the Secretary to the Legislature Dr Tim Maake are attending the Speakers Forum in Cape Town. The Speakers Forum is a strategic meeting of Speakers under the National Assembly Hon Thoko Didiza and the NCOP Chair Hon Refiloe Mtsweni-Tsipane. It’s a strategic alignment of institutional governance, strengthening management and leadership, as well as monitoring the implementation of deliverables as set out in the 7th administration

The Acting Secretary to the Limpopo Legislature, Ms DL. Kgomo,

led the induction of newly appointed employees, encouraging them to engage fully, remain persistent, and contribute meaningfully. She reaffirmed the Legislature’s commitment to providing exposure and space for growth, as officials were introduced to the institution’s core business through presentations from various sections

Today, Thursday the 5th February 2026, Parliament and the Limpopo Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committees on Health conducted oversight visits at Basani Clinic and Nkhensani District Hospital

held public hearings to consider the audit outcomes of the Department of Health for the 2024–2025 financial year. During the hearings, the department appeared before the Committee to account for its audit opinion and related findings. The Department of Health was led by the Member of the Executive Council (MEC) for Health, Hon. Dieketseng Mashego, who addressed issues raised in the Auditor-General’s report and outlined corrective measures.

Today, Thursday the 5th February 2026, Parliament and the Limpopo Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committees on Health conducted oversight visits at Basani Clinic and Nkhensani District Hospital

The Committees were led by their Chairpersons, Hon. Muthambi A.F and Hon. Dr Malebana C.W.D respectively. The committees wanted to assess the state of affairs and to also check on challenges faced by the health facilities in delivering the much needed health care services to the people of Mopani District. Members of the committees also conducted a walkabout in both facilities and also conversed with patients who were waiting to be served. MEC for Health, Hon. Mashego D.M led her department’s management team in responding to questions and observations by members during the oversight visits. This two day oversight visit which started in the Vhembe District, culminated in a debriefing session between the committees and the Department of Health.

This afternoon, Parliament and the Limpopo Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committees on Health conducted an oversight visit at Tshilidzini Hospital

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA), led by Chairperson Hon. Mosibudi Esther Mokoele

conducted public hearings with the Department of Public Works on its 2024/25 financial year audit outcomes. The committee applauded the department for improving its audit outcome from a qualified audit opinion in the previous financial year to an unqualified audit opinion. MEC for Public Works, Hon. Ernest Sebataolo Rachoene, assured the committee that the department remains committed to further improving audit findings going forward.

Secretary of Northern Cape Provincial Legislature Mr Patrick Moopelwa

Paid a visit to the Limpopo Provincial Legislature and was received by the Secretary, Dr Tim Maake. The purpose of the visit was to assess the state of readiness in hosting the inter-Legislative games, which will be hosted in Limpopo, December 2026. The accounting officers received the report on the state of readiness and has been assured that Limpopo will produce a good event.

The Secretary to the Limpopo Legislature, Dr Maake M.T, together with the Deputy Secretary, Ms Kgomo D.L

officially introduced newly appointed officials and acknowledged staff promotions. Staff were encouraged to prove their worth and embrace the responsibility of being part of a fast-moving institution focused not just on quality, but on real impact.

The Secretary to the Limpopo Legislature, Dr Maake M.T, together with the Deputy Secretary, Ms Kgomo D.L

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA), chaired by Hon. Mosibudi Esther Mokoele

has today resumed its public hearings on the 2024–2025 financial year audit outcomes. The hearings commenced with the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, which is led by Hon. MEC Nakedi Kekana.

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

joins dignitaries on Monday morning at the opening of the Queen Mokope Modjadji IV Healthcare Centre at Relela village in the Mopani District. The Speaker, who will also give an address, will participate alongside MP and Chairperson of the Transport Committee Hon Donald Selamolela, MP Tsakani Shiviti, and Executive Mayor Cllr Pule Shayi. The Modjadji Royal House will also be in attendance.

Honourable Members of the Limpopo Legislature wrapped up the Back to School Campaign

by visiting Dennis Matlhaba ll Secondary, Kgoka Primary and lastly Lebone Special School, Members noted that the schools experience shortage of classrooms, educators and insufficient textbooks as well as issues of scholar transport

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa), chaired by Hon. Mosibudi Esther Mokoele

is today receiving briefings from the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) on the 2024–2025 financial year audit outcomes for all provincial government departments and their entities.

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

together with the Secretary Dr Tim Maake held a meeting with NEHAWU members to give feedback on progress made regarding institutional matters and to officially welcome them in the new season.

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts, chaired by Hon. Mosibudi Esther Mokoele,

is today holding its inaugural meeting to receive briefings from the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), also known as the Hawks.

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA)

chaired by Hon. Mosibudi Esther Mokoele, is today receiving briefings from the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) and the Office of the State Attorney on matters relating to their operations in the province.

Members of the Legislature led by Hon. Shai MS

embarked on a Back to School Campaign, conducting school walkabouts at Ithuteng Primary School, and Mmamangina Primary School, focusing on key challenges including overcrowding, inadequate educator staff rooms, dilapidated infrastructure, overall school’s environment and monitored the implementation of the School Nutrition Programme.

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

has joined the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mamoloko Kubayi, MEC for Education Mavhungu Luruli-Ramakhanya, Executive Mayor of Polokwane Cllr John Mpe, MP Musa Chabane, and representatives of the Molepo Tribal Authority , the South Africa-China Chamber of Commerce is also in attendance for the Back to School campaign at Mankgaile Primary School outside Polokwane on Friday morning

Members of the Portfolio Committee on Transport & Community Safety’s

team 1 led by Hon. Nenguda DA, kicked off their second leg of site visits on public road traffic monitoring at Nyl plaza, Zebediela weigh-bridge followed by Kranskop plaza before concluding their day at Mantsole weigh-bridge..

The Executive Management of the Limpopo Legislature, under the leadership of Dr Maake MT

today convened a staff engagement session to welcome employees back from the festive season and to formally introduce newly appointed staff members to the institution.

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba, MP Hon Soviet Lekganyane, MPLs, the Secretary of the Legislature, Dr Tim Maake,

and members of the executive management committee have attended the funeral service of Mme Sophie Ngobeni at Itieleng village, Sekgosese, in Mopani on Sunday morning.

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje and Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela

today led a delegation of MPLs to the homestead of Hon Peter Ngobeni, Deputy Chair of Chairs. This was in solidarity with the Ngobeni family following the passing on of their mother, Mme Sophy Ngobeni

Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Portia Mamorobela, Members of Parliament (MPs)

Members of Parliament in the Legislature (MPLs), and the Secretary of the Legislature, Dr Tim Maake, are among mourners attending the Special Provincial Funeral of the late Mme Dikeledi Magadzi, who passed on a week ago, aged 71. Mme Magadzi has been hailed as one of the architects and champions of a democratic dispensation, having served the democratic government in various capacities. She also played a pivotal role in fighting for social justice, equality, and commitment to better services to the people.

The Limpopo Legislature, led by the Speaker Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, today handed over Christmas gifts and food humpers to 100 families

and five creches in the Mothomeng area (Bolobedu). The handing over was preceded by a courtesy visit to the Mahashe Tribal Authority. MP Tsakani Shiviti, MPL Dikeledi Mmetle-Ramohlola, Speaker of the Tzaneen Local Municipality, Cllr Tiba, were among the attendees. In her closing remarks, the Speaker thanked stakeholders who supported the Legislature during the year as well as the successful hosting of sectoral parliaments.

Members of the Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety

concluded their Festive Traffic Safety Week operation at Moroka outside Burgersfort in Sekhukhune district earlier today, encouraging road users to observe safety precautions including speed limits and avoid driving under the influence of alcohol and fatigue.

Today the Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety led by the Chairperson Hon Kedibone Lebea continued

it’s second day of festive season traffic monitoring focusing on Mantshole Weighbridge and Kranskop Toll Gate. During the operation, several buses traveling to Zimbabwe and Mozambique were flagged for being unroadworthy and overloaded.

Transport & Community Safety’s group 1, had their day 2 site visits in Giyani and Mooketsi

weighbridge assessing and monitoring festive season traffic flow and law enforcement operations. Members encouraged motorists and passengers to follow and observe traffic safety measures in order to ensure safety for all.

Members of the Portfolio Committee on Transport & Community Safety’s team deployed at N1 North

had their day 1 site visits at Capricorn Tolll gate and Baobab Plaza respectively to assess and monitor traffic law enforcement on safer festive season operations taking place across the Province with focal point on the vehicles roadworthy, valid driver’s licenses and overloads.

Members of the Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety led by Hon. Kedibone Lebea

Members of the Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety led by Hon. Kedibone Lebea today 17 December 2025 conducted an oversight visit on various public roads to monitor festive season traffic flow. The Committee stopped at the Nyl Plaza Toll gate where motorist were screened and vehicle checked for compliance focusing on driver fitness and overloading

The portfolio committee on Transport & Community Safety chaired by Hon. Lebea Kedibone

earlier met with the department led by MEC Mathye Violet for presentation on progress report on Safer Festive Season Operations. The presentation by Provincial Commissioner Lt General Thembi Hadebe, focused on collaborative efforts between SAPS and DTCS in ensuring safe and secure environments for all road users during Festive Season and beyond.

Deputy Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon Tebogo Portia Mamorobela, and the Mayor of Maruleng, Cllr Tsheko Musolwa, Deputy Chair and Chairs, Hon Peter Ngobeni ,

also in attendance is Hon. Seaparo Sekoati from National Parliament, as well as councilors and community members, this morning led a 5km fun walk and later manned roadblock on the R36 road. The purpose of the initiative is to heighten awareness on road safety, especially focusing on pedestrians. Maruleng is one of the most frequented areas by tourists during festive and other peak seasons.

The speaker of Limpopo Legislature Hon, Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba, Members of the Executive and Honourable Members of the Legislature

joined MEC Jerry Maseko in celebrating Limpopo’s diversity and rich culture througj music during the Mapungubwe Jazz Festival at Polokwane Cricket Club.

The Secretary of the Limpopo Legislature, Dr. Maake MT

today convened an urgent meeting with staff members at the Legislative Chamber to deliver a closure message ahead of the festive season.

Limpopo Legislature staff and Library Personnel gathered in the Legislature Library

today for HIV/AIDS Trivia session in Commemoration of the AIDS month. The staff participated through engaging in quiz activity aimed to raise awareness and enhance knowledge about HIV/AIDS through interactive questions and learning.

Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

participates in the Research Day Programme of the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs held at the Ranch in Polokwane. She took part in one of the panel discussions and presented a paper entitled “Monitoring and Evaluation as a contributing factor towards sustainable service delivery: a case study of Waterberg District Municipality, South Africa”

The Limpopo Legislature, led by Speaker Hon. Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje

convened a sitting during which several critical governance and oversight matters were considered and adopted. The House deliberated on the Limpopo Adjustments Appropriation Bill, 2025 [B05-2025], following the second and third reading debate. The Portfolio Committee on Provincial Treasury, chaired by Hon. Dr. Chuene Malebana, tabled its report on the Bill, which was subsequently adopted by the Legislature. In addition, the House considered and adopted the report of the Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development, presented by its chairperson, Hon. Constance Kupa-Mabuza. During the sitting, the MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Hon. Nakedi Grace Kekana, tabled the 2025/2026 Revised Annual Performance Plan (APP) for the Department, outlining strategic priorities and performance targets for the upcoming financial year. Members also engaged in two snap debates—one marking the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women.

On Wednesday, 3 December 2025, the Committee of chairpersons, led by the Chairperson of committees

Hon. Mokone TA, and Deputy Chairperson of Committees, Hon. Ngobeni HP, convened at the Parliamentary Village. The meeting focussed on the consideration and adoption of the performance reports of Portfolio and Standing Committees for 2025-2026.

The Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts & Culture chaired by Hon. Mdaka Falaza

earlier met with the department led by MEC Maseko Jerry for a briefing on their 2025/26 2nd Quarter Performance report, Members of the Conmittee remained for consideration and adoption of committee reports.

Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, joined the National AIDS Day

commemorative event at Ga-Masemola Stadium in the Sekhukhune district . The Deputy President Mr Paul Mashatile delivered the keynote address., Also in attendance is Health Minister Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi and Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba.
The following Honourable Members were also in attendance, Hon. Chairperson of Portfolio Committee on Health, Dr Malebana CDW, Deputy Chiefwhip Hon Monama GR, Hon Manthata Mahasela MC, Hon Nenguda D, and Hon. Matjomane MA

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

has today joined the National Day of Prayer at FNB Stadium. The Day has been organized by the Dr Patrice Motsepe Foundation and is running yearly as a day dedicated to prayer and thanksgiving.

The MEC for Limpopo Provincial Treasury, Hon. Kgabo Elias Mahoai

today presented the 2025/26 Provincial Adjustment Appropriation Bill to the Portfolio Committee on Treasury, led by Hon. Maseko Solomon Pheedi, during a sitting held at the Parliamentary Village in Polokwane.

The Limpopo Legislature concluded a successful Parliament

sitting for People with Disabilities presided over by Hon. Mohale Christina and Hon. Machete Percy, at the Bolivia Lodge in Polokwane. The session aimed to strengthen the Legislature’s oversight to the programmes supporting People With Disabilities and ensure they have a voice in the law making processes.

Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, attends and delivers message of support during the 16th Es'kia Mpahlele

Annual memorial Lecture in Polokwane. Unisa Principal and Vice Chancellor, Prof Puleng LenkaBula, Registrar Prof Mike Sepota, MPL Hon Rodgers Monama, members of the Mphahlele family and the Unisa executive management attended the annual event.

The Limpopo Legislature, led by Speaker Hon. Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje,

convened a sitting today during which several critical statutory reports for the 2024/25 and 2025/26 financial years were formally tabled.

The portfolio committee on Sport, Arts and Culture’s Chairperson,

Honourable Mdaka Falaza and Honourable Mohale Christina joined MEC Maseko Jerry during the Limpopo Arts and Culture Awards held at Meropa Casino.

The NCOP Provincial week Permanent Delegates, MPL’s, joined by the acting Premier MEC Basikopo Makamu

accompanied by MEC Enerst Rachoene and MEC Dieketseng Mashego with the Mayor of Mopani District, Cllr. Pule Shayi earlier met for a report back session on the outcomes of the Provincial Week and assessment of the state of municipalities following the four-day sites visits to the key identified projects across the district.

NCOP Provincial Week, Group 2 led by Honourable Regina Molokomme

wrapped up their site visits at Tension Pilusa Mashishimale storm water culvert and Maphutha Malatji hospital under Baphalaborwa Municipality and concluded by engaging stakeholders under Greater Giyani Municipality to listen and note the Communities inputs and challenges relating to the projects identified and visited by the NCOP Delegation and MPL’s.

The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development Chaired by Hon. Bella Kupa-Mabuza ,

continued it’s joint oversight programme today for three consecutive days alongside the National Portfolio Committee on Land Reform and Rural Development led by its Chairperson Hon. Albert Mncwango. The Committee visited the Marobala o itshoshe Communal Property Association, which is widely regarded as one of the best-Perfoming and compliant Community Property Association in the region. The delegation then proceeded to Mashemong a Molemole Cooperative Farm where they evaluated progress made with the support from the department.

The National Council of Provinces delegation, led by Hon. Malesela Frans Mokwele,

today conducted oversight visits to the Middle Letaba Dam, Olifantshoek, Mamaila, and the Sephukubje Phooko Bulk Water Project. The delegation also assessed progress on the Groundwater Scheme Household Connections in Thakgalang Village and visited Kgapane Hospital to evaluate service delivery and infrastructure performance.

The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development Chaired by Hon. Bella Kupa-Mabuza

has today continued its joint oversight visit with the National Portfolio Committee on Land Reform and Rural Development led by Hon.Albert Mncwango. The Committee spent the second day of their oversight visit assessing progress on the complex Land ownership transfer involving the Mahlaela and Ledwaba families on the Rietfontein farm in the Sekhukhune District and also visited the Zebediela citrus to assess the progress in the revitalization of the Citrus farms

The Group One delegation concluded its programme

for the day with oversight visits to the Tzaneen Home Affairs Offices and the D1350 Road Construction Project.

As the second day of the programme continued, the delegation led by Hon. Malesela Frans Mokwele and Hon. Khathutshelo John Netshifhefhe (group one)

conducted oversight visits to the 1.8km Lorraine Access Road reticulation project, the reticulation and household connection works in Tours and Rhulani villages, as well as the Ward 31 Lenyenye boreholes.

The Committee on Ethics and Members’ Interests chaired by Hon. Mmetle RDJ

convened to deliberate on the overall operations of Members of the Legislature and the Code of Conduct that guides them. The meeting focused on strengthening ethical standards and ensuring a clear framework of reference to support Members in discharging their duties and responsibilities.

NCOP Permanent delegates and MPL’s

group 1 deployed to Greater Giyani Municipality, following this morning’s briefing at Greater Tzaneen Municipal Chambers, conducted their site visit at Nkhensani Hospital to assess the ongoing refurbishment, challenges and functionality of the facility.

The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development led by the Chairperson Hon. Bellah Kupa -Mabuza

has today 18 November 2025 joined the National Assembly’s Portfolio Committee on Land Reform and Rural Development for a week- long oversight programme in the Waterberg District Municipality. The National Assembly Committee led by the Chairperson Hon. Albert Mncwango , has conducted inspections of various projects funded by the National government to assess progress and impact on local communities. Amongst the sites visited was the Bela-Bela CPA where members received briefin on current operations

Permanent Delegates to the NCOP and MPLs have split into two groups to intensify oversight across Mopani District

The programme focuses on incomplete, delayed, and abandoned public infrastructure projects, following this morning’s briefings at the Greater Tzaneen Municipal Chamber by the Acting Premier, MEC Rodgers Basikopo Makamu, together with the MECs for Health and for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure. Today, Group 1 conducted oversight visits at the Georges Valley Raw Water Pipeline and the Nkowankowa Water Works projects.

Permanent Delegates to the National Council of Provinces have resumed the Limpopo Legislature’s Provincial

Week with briefings on interventions to strengthen service delivery and improve the state of municipalities. Held under the theme “Building Viable Municipalities for Enhanced Delivery of Basic Services to Communities,” the programme runs from today Tuesday, 18th until Friday, 21st November 2025.

Taking Legislature to the People has kicked off at the

The three-day programme on Taking the Legislature to the People held from 11–13 November 2025 at Peter Nchabeleng Sports Ground, Schoonoord Village, Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality, Sekhukhune District, concluded successfully.

Hon. Bongani Nkonyana concluded the oversight visits

by leading his delegation to the Manoke Traditional Council Offices in Ga Manoke village. The “Fetakgomo/Tubatse” team inspected a fully furnished office building with a freshly erected palisade fence.

As part of their oversight programme, Members concluded their visit at the Nebo Magistrate Court,

where they sought to identify and understand the challenges experienced by the institution.

Elias Motswaledi team’s second day of the Taking Legislature to the People started with a visit at Dennilton victim empowerment

centre and proceeded to Sempupuru Social Development offices and a stop at Masakaeng Bulk Water and Sewer Infrastructure, followed by a visit at Groblersdal Town library and concluded their visit at the Groblersdal Magistrate Court to assess functionality and challenges faced by the facilities.

Team “Fetakgomo/Tubatse” continues with Taking Legislature to the People program today.

The first stop for the team steered by Hon. Bongani Nkonyana was Potlake Nature Reserve just outside Atok. Currently they are locked in a meeting with Dilokong Hospital Management in Driekop.

The second day of the "Taking Legislature to the People

Members continued to their third oversight visits to Malope, Phokoane Road (D4260) in order to observe the status of the road.

The second day of the "Taking Legislature to the People

programme resumed with oversight visits to several key sites in the Ephraim Mogale Local Municipality. The delegation visited the Marble Hall Police Station , Kopano Citrus & Magadimana Cooperative to assess functionality & challenges.

The second day of the Taking Legislature to the People commenced with a courtesy visit to Kgoshi Tswaledi Mashegoane

The entourage was led by the Speaker, Dr Makoma Makhurupetje and Deputy Speaker, Hon Tebogo Mamorobela. Also in attendance was the Acting Executive Mayor of the Sekhukhune District, Cllr Ali Matlala and the Mayor of Makhuduthamaga, Cllr Merah Mahlase. The Speakership gifted Kgoshi Mashegoane with a bull.

The second day of the Taking Legislature to the People

The second day resumed with a visit to Phaahla clinic at Ga Phaahla village in the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality

To conclude the first day of the Taking Legislature to the People,

the Speakership held an engagement session with traditional leaders from Sekhukhune District at Boiketlong Lodge. Traditional leaders appreciated the session and used the platform to encourage the Legislature to continue interfacing and strengthening its oversight role.

The Limpopo Legislature led by the Speaker Dr. Makoma Makhurupetja , kicked off its week-long "Taking Legislature to the People "programme

earlier today running from the 11th – 13th November 2025 . The team managed to inspect several projects within the Ephraim Mogale Local Municipality including clinics, roads infrastructure & other community developments in Vlaakplass, Rathoke & Malebitsa village.

The Limpopo Legislature has begun its week-long programme of Taking Legislature to the People, running from 11 to 13 November 2025

. During this programme, Members of the Legislature (MPLs) are engaging directly with communities under Makhuduthamaga Municipality to identify service delivery challenges. These issues will be referred to the relevant committees for follow-up and oversight.

Taking Legislature to the People Programme kickstarted this morning with the briefing by the Speakership, led by Hon Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje and Hon Tebogo Mamorobela

at the Fetakgomo-Tubatse offices in Apel. The programme will see the Speakership paying a courtesy visit to the Queen Mother of the Bapedi Nation, Manyaku Thulare, host traditional leader at GaMashegoane, Kgoshi Legare Mashegoane and later meet all traditional leaders at the Boiketlong Guesthouse. At the same time, different oversight committees are conducting service delivery site visits in all the municipalities in the Sekhukhune district.

The Secretary of the Limpopo Legislature, Dr Maake MT presented a paper on Ethical Leadership and the Code of Conduct

for Local Government during Institute of Municipal People Practitioners of Southern Africa (IMPSA) in Sun- City Resort Convention Centre today. The interactive presentation by Dr Maake was aligned to the Conference theme “Human Resources Management in Local Government: Navigating the Future of Work”, aimed at promoting the interests of its members and develop professional knowledge and skills in human resources management within local authorities.

Meeting between the Speakership and Executive Management

on the 2nd quarter performance and mid-year reports, as well as the presentation of the Auditor-General’s report on the implementation of the Audit action plan.

The Portfolio Committee on Social Development led by the Acting Chairperson Hon. Nenguda Dowelani

has today conducted an oversight visit at the old age homes in the Ephraim Mogale Local Municipality, Sekhukhune District. The Committee visited the Loskop Vallei Old Age home , Leeufontein Community Based Care, Disabled & Teenage Advisory Group and Substance Abuse, and Baemedi Drop-in Centre . The visit formed part of the Committee ‘s mandate to monitor the state of the facilities funded by the department of Social Development and to assess operations of these homes, treatment of benefiaries, and maintenance challenges faced by the institutions.

The Secretary to the Legislature, Dr. Maake MT

convened staff members for a briefing on the state of current developments in the Institution. disaster.

Members of the Legislature’s Pandemic and Disaster Committee led by Honourable Shai Mpho

earlier conducted their site visits in Mogalakwena Municipality under the Waterberg district. The visits were aimed at assessing interventions made to the households at Kaditshewene, Bakenberg and Phafola villages severely affected by windy strong storms that led to the declaration of disaster.

The Deputy Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela

has today presided over a sitting of the House during which several key committee reports were tabled and considered. The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development tabled its reports on the 2024/2025 Annual Report and the 2025/2026 First Quarter Report of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, as well as reports on the Committee’s oversight visits. The House also considered and adopted the reports of the Portfolio Committee on Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET) on the 2024/2025 Annual Reports and the 2025/2026 First Quarter Reports of LEDET, the Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA), the Limpopo Tourism Agency (LTA), and the Limpopo Gambling Board (LGB). In addition, the Portfolio Committee on Social Development tabled its reports on the Department’s 2024/2025 Annual Report and 2025/2026 First Quarter Report, which were duly considered and adopted by the House.

The Portfolio Committee on Education paid an oversight

visit to special schools in the Waterberg district. Hon. Nkakareng Rakgwale, the committee chairperson led the team to Thushanang Special School in Bela Bela and Susan Strijdom Special School in Modimolle.

The Standing Committee on Public Participation and Petitions, chaired by Hon. Shimane Morris Mataboge, convened

adjudication sessions with petitioners to address service delivery concerns affecting the Sekhukhune District Municipality and the Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality. The sessions were held at the Parliamentary Village in Polokwane.

Hon. MEC Tony Rachoene and his entire management team, appeared before the portfolio committee on Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure at the parliamentary village today.

The Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure & RAL were presenting their 2024/25 Annual Report. The chairperson of the committee Hon. Khathu Netshifhefhe presided over the meeting.

Hon. MEC Tony Rachoene and his entire management team, appeared before the portfolio committee on Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure at the parliamentary village today.

The Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure & RAL were presenting their 2024/25 Annual Report. The chairperson of the committee Hon. Khathu Netshifhefhe presided over the meeting.

Presiding Officers receive a briefing ahead of the Sitting of the Legislature

on Tuesday, 21 October 2025. Hon Speaker, Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela, Chair of Chairs Hon Thabo Mokone and the Deputy Chair.of Chairs Hon Hassani Ngobeni, were all in attendance

The Portfolio Committee on Economic Development, Environment and Tourism led by Chairperson, Honourable Mokaba Mapula

earlier today had its site visits at Tshepong and Sefateng Chrome mines respectively in Fetakgomo-Tubatse local municipality under Sekhukhune district, Limpopo.

The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement & Traditional Affairs led by the Chairperson Hon. Sepuru Champ

met earlier today for consideration and adoption of the 2025/2026 1st Quater Performance Report , 2024/2025 Annual Report and Oversight visit to Lephalale Local Municipality.

The Portfolio Committee on Social Development led by Hon. Mathe S.M

held a committee meeting to consider and adopt the 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 Annual Reports, as well as the 2025–2026 First Quarter Report.

Portfolio committee on Transport and Community Safety led be Hon. Lebea

K held a Joint Follow-Up with the Department on Thohoyandou Intermodal Facility and PR Mphephu Airport.

The Speaker, Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, and Deputy Speaker, Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela,

accompanied by Members of the Legislature, are attending the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) General Assembly under the theme “The Commonwealth: A Global Partner,” at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre in Bridgetown, Barbados. Key discussions focus on the adoption of the CPA Strategic Plan (2026–2029), financial reports, Commonwealth Parliamentarians with Disabilities and strengthening partnerships.

The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs led by the Chairperson Hon. Champ Sepuru

joined by the Member of the NCOP Hon. Ndhlovu conducted an oversight visit to the Thabazimbi Local Municipality in the Waterberg District , which is currently under administration. The Committee met with the municipal management to assess the municipality ‘s functionality and stability, and evaluate service delivery performance.

The Speaker, Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

Is leading the delegation from the Limpopo Legislature to the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference currently underway in Bridgetown, Barbados.The delegation includes the Deputy Speaker, Hon Tebogo Portia Mamorobela, Hon Tumelo Sebopela, Chief Whip Hon Essop Mokgonyana, Chair of Chairs Hon Thabo Mokone and the Chairperson of CPA, Hon Caroline Manthata-Mahasela. The conference, which runs from 5 – 12 October, is made up of 180 Parliaments and Legislatures across the Commonwealth.

Members of the portfolio committee on Sport, Arts & Culture led by Chairperson Hon. Falaza Mdaka

kick started their site visits in Capricorn District to assess functionality and progress made at the Provincial Archives, Limpopo Academy and wrapped up for the day at the Provincial Theatre construction site, whereby members noted an impressive progress made

Members of the portfolio committee on Sport, Arts & Culture led by Chairperson Hon. Falaza Mdaka

[In pictures] The Arrival of Limpopo Legislature Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela together with Hon Tumelo Sebopela

at the first day of the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association conference taking place at Barbados 🇧🇧..

The Portfolio Committee on Health led by its Chairperson Hon. Malebana C.W.D has today, the 7th October 2025

conducted unannounced oversight visits to Sekororo and Dr C.N Phatudi Hospitals in the Mopani District of Limpopo. The committee has after concluding its announced visits held a meeting in the evening, to consider and adopt the 2024/25 Annual report and the 2025/26 1st Quarter Performance report.

Tuesday, 7th October 2025, the Standing Committee on Public Participation & Petition chaired by Hon. Shimane Morris Mataboge

held adjudication hearings to address concerns raised by the petitioners regarding service delivery issues relating to water , roads & housing affecting Fetakgomo, Greater Letaba, and Mopani Municipalities.

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

has arrived at The Ranch Hotel, Polokwane for the 2nd International Conference (FMLIC) 2025, where she will deliver a keynote address under the theme: “Finding Pathways through Economic, Justice and Responsible Leadership to Address the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Digital Age.”

Today Friday , 3rd October 2025, The Portfolio Committee on Social Development led by Acting Chairperson Honourable Dr Malebana CWD

conducted site visits at Kgapane Elderly Care Centre, Thushanang-Pfunani Disabled Project and Shiluvani Frail Care Centre in Mopani District. The aim of the visits was to assess operations and challenges faced by these facilities in order to address them with the department.

The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development

chaired by Honourable Bella Kupa-Mabuza met for a briefing by the department led by MEC Nakedi Kekana on the 2024/25 Annual and 2025/26 1st Quarter Performance Reports.

The Portfolio Committee on Education led by its Chairperson, Hon. Rakgoale C.N has today, the 2nd October 2025

conducted oversight visits to Asiphumele Special School at Sehlakwane and Bosele Special School for the Blind and Deaf at Monsterlus. Both schools are located in the Sekhukhune District of Limpopo. The Committee wanted to assess the state of infrastructure and find out if teaching and learning at the schools does not have any challenges as well as to perform its oversight role on the progress made in implementing infrastructure projects if any. The challenges faced by the schools differ because of the specialized services they both offer.

The joint oversight follow-up meeting was conducted by the Committees on Transport, Public Works, and the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA)

to review progress reports by the affected departments and municipality on two significant infrastructure projects: the Thohoyandou Intermodal Facility and the PR Mphephu Airport.

Day Two: Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

attends the second day of the 11th G20 Parliamentary Speakers’ Summit (P20) in Cape Town

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA), led by Chairperson Hon. Esther Mosibudi Mokwele

received a progress report from Roads Agency Limpopo (RAL) on the implementation of House Resolutions from 2014/15 to 2020/21. The Committee emphasized accountability and the need to ensure that Legislature resolutions translate into improved service delivery.

The Portfolio Committee on Education led by its Chairperson, Hon. Rakgoale C.N has today the 1st October 2025 conducted oversight

visits to Rivoni and Tshilwavhusiku Razwimisani Special Schools in the Vhembe District of Limpopo, to assess the state of infrastructure at the two institutions. The Portfolio Committee wanted to satisfy itself that the institutions are conducive for teaching and learning. A meeting between the schools and Portfolio Committee members was attended by relevant stakeholders including the Limpopo Department of Education, school management teams, Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure and its implementing agent, the Independent Development Trust (IDT). The Committee has now focused on special schools in order to provide the necessary support to these schools, working with the Department of Education.

Limpopo Legislature has today, 30th September 2025 held its Heritage Day celebrations at Lebowakgomo Legislative Chambers

Employees came in their numbers to celebrate the colourful cultural heritage diversity through display of their various vibrant traditional attires and dances moves. The COO, Ms. Lindiwe Kgomo encouraged employees to love and support one another as a way of Ubuntu. The event was joined by guests and performers from the Department of Sport, Arts & Culture who inculcated the the spirit of celebrating heritage with music , clothes , stories, and language as a way of identifying & embracing ourselves.

The Limpopo Legislature Library Services Book Club was officially launched on Friday 26th September 2025

a vibrant space for readers to connect, reflect, foster dialogue, and celebrate the joy of reading.“This initiative is a breath of fresh air. It’s more than books, its about building a culture of conversation and counselling each other “– Library Staff Member“Reading together brings us closer. This Book Club is a step towards lifelong learning” – Book Club Attendee

The Limpopo Legislature Library Services Book Club was officially launched on Friday 26th September 2025

Honourable Sebopela Seanego Tumelo representing the Limpopo Legislature at G20

meeting of young Parliamentarians in Cape Town under the theme “Young Parliamentarians as Drivers of Global Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability”.

The Speakership of the Limpopo Legislature, Honourable Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje and Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela

together with the Deputy Minister on Department of Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs Dr. Namane Dickson Masemola joins the Premier of Limpoo Dr. Phophi Ramathuba on arrival at Bapedi Royal Kingdom in Mohlaletsi, Sekhukhune for the 2025 Heritage Day celebrations.

The Portfolio committee on Sport, Arts and Culture led by Hon. Mdaka FP

received briefing from the Office of the Auditor General on the 2024/25 Annual report audit outcomes and discussed key committee reports, including oversight meetings with statutory bodies and Vhembe district libraries. The committee also received insights from the Department on the 2024/2025 Annual report and the 2025/2026 1st Quarter Performance Report. Tune-in for more details!

The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs led by the Chairperson Sepuru Champ

met today, 23 September 2025 with the Department led by MEC Makamu Basikopo for a briefing on their 2024/2025 Annual Report and 2025/2026 1st Quater Performance report.

The Portfolio Committee on Oversight Mechanism led by the Chairperson Hon. Tshivhase Kennedy

met today Tuesday, 23 September 2025 for a briefing by the Auditor General on the 2024/2025 financial year , and later met with the Legislature led by the Hon. Speaker Dr. Makhurupetja Makoma for a briefing on the 2024/2025 Annual Report and 2025/2026 1st Quater Performance Report.

Friday 19th September 2025, the Portfolio Committee on Transport & Community Safety led by Chairperson Honourable Kedibone Lebea

met with the department led by Honourable MEC Violet Mathye for a briefing session by the Department and Gateway Airports Authority Limited (GAAL) on the 2024/25 annual and 2025/26 1st Quarter Performance reports.

The Portfolio Committee on Education led by Chairperson Honourable Nkakareng Chritian Rakgoale met on Thursday, 18 September 2025

to receive a briefing by the Department of Education led by the MEC Honourable Mavhungu Lerule Ramakhanya on the 2024/25 Annual Report, 1st quarter of 2025/26, progress report on Committee resolutions and state of readiness for matric exam..

Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Honourable Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

has together with Deputy Minister of Employment & Labour, Ms. Boitumelo Elizabeth Moloi joined the Bakone Ba Dikgale Heritage Day celebrations held at the Super Eagle Sports Ground at Moshate GaDikgale under Kgoshi Malesela Solly Dikgale.

[2025 Local Government Week]

The Deputy speaker of Limpopo Legislature Hon Tebogo Mamorobela has joined the delegation of Honourable members to visit sites and projects taking place in the Western Cape to check on how far is the progress of services done by the departments in terms of servicing our people.

The Portfolio Committee on Transport & Community Safety led by Chairperson, Hon. Lebea Kedibone,

convened a joint follow-up meeting with the Department of Transport & Community Safety, and Public Works, Roads & Infrastructure for clarity and wayward on findings of the recent joint oversight visits at Thohoyandou Intermodal Facility & PR Mphephu Airport.

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje joined leaders of the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) Provincial Members Assembly at Warmbath - A Forever Resort today

the 2nd of September 2025, under the theme “Developing resilient municipalities”. In her address, the Speaker emphasised the urge for cooperation between the Legislature, SALGA, and all Local Municipalities in the province in implementing the Sector Oversight Model. The Speaker gave a thorough explanation on the functioning of the NCOP and its significance for SALGA, the Legislature and the Local Government. She emphasised the importance of implementing decisions of the Speaker’s Forum, as well as increased cooperation and partnership between SCOPA and MPACs. “ We are called to indeed step-up and improvise solutions to the challenges that are confronted by municipalities in this province and we hope that this Provincial Members Assembly shall live to this noble request ” She said

Today, 29 August 2025, the Chair of Chairpersons of Committees, Hon. Thabo Mokone,

together with the Deputy Chair of Chairpersons, Hon. Hassani Ngobeni, convened a meeting with Chairpersons of Portfolio and Standing Committees and the Speaker, Hon. Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje to address matters affecting the functioning of committees.

TThe Deputy Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela

presided over the 2025 Women’s Parliament which is underway at the Lebowakgomo Legislative Chamber. The event is held under the theme “Building Resilient Economies for All Women”. The sectoral parliament also serves as a platform for robust engagement between women and their public representatives on issues affecting women.

The Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Public Participation and Petitions (SCPPP), Hon. Morris Mataboge, today

27 August 2025, led the committee on an oversight visit to Blouberg and Polokwane Local Municipalities in the Capricorn District. The oversight forms part of the committee’s earlier resolution to conduct in loco inspections on petitions submitted to the Limpopo Legislature, ensuring that matters raised by communities are followed up and addressed.

The Secretary to the Limpopo Legislature, Dr M.T Maake together with his management team

met this afternoon with the CEO and Accounting Officer of GAAL, Ms M Matli to establish an MOU between the two organizations.

Earlier this morning, the Secretary to the Limpopo Legislature, Dr M.T Maake and his management team had a meet and greet session with the Limpopo SANDF

led by Officer Commanding ASB Limpopo, Colonel Advocate Baloyi. This is a first of many engagements between the Limpopo Legislature and the Limpopo SANDF.

The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement & Traditional Affairs

Led by the Acting Chairperson Hon. Khathutshelo Netshifhefhe, was briefed this afternoon by the MEC Basikopo Makamu on the Rental Housing Tribunal at the Legislative Chambers.

Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje,

presided over the tabling of the 2024/2025 Departmental and Institutional Annual Reports during a sitting of the Legislature. The Deputy Speaker, Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela, tabled the 2024/2025 Annual Report of the Limpopo Legislature. In addition, the Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Quality of Life, Status of Women, Youth and People with Disability presented several reports. These included the 2023/2024 Quarter 1, 2, 3 and 4 Performance Reports on Special Programmes, the 2024/2025 Quarter 1 Performance Report on Special Programmes, as well as the report on the successful hosting of the 2025 Provincial Youth Parliament, held on 27 June 2025. The reports will be processed by the Legislature’s Portfolio Committees for further oversight and accountability purposes.

Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

Joined Energy FM for an interview reflecting on the Women’s Day celebration, honouring and empowering the women of the Legislature, from support staff to Honourable Members.