Limpopo Legislature

Health Portfolio committee meeting, chaired by Hon. Dr. CWD Malebana

 spotlights progress and planning with comprehensive reviews of the 2024/25 2nd and 3rd Quarter Performance Reports, and a detailed consideration of the Implementation of House Resolutions, ensuring accountability and strategic oversight for the province’s health sector

The Portfolio Committee on Social Development, chaired by the Acting Chairperson Hon. K Lebea

The Portfolio Committee on Social Development, chaired by the Acting Chairperson Hon. K Lebea, convened for a briefing session with the department, led by  MEC Hon. F.F Radzilani, presenting their 2024/25 Third Quarter Performance Report, the 2025/26 Annual Performance Plan and Budget.

The Honourable Speaker, Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje joined the Premier Dr.  Phophi Ramathuba and MEC for Sport Arts and Culture, Hon. Jerry Maseko

together with other Members of the Executive Council, Members of Parliament in the Legislature and National Council of Provinces, Mayors, Councillors and other dignitaries for commemorating the Freedom Day at Northam Sports grounds, Thabazimbi Local Municipality in the Waterberg District.

funeral service of the late Hon. Regina Mphahlele

Members of the Legislature, and Parliament together with the Speaker, Hon. Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje, and the Hon. Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba attended the funeral service of the late Hon. Regina Mphahlele at Mahwelereng, Mokopane..

The limpopo Legislature welcome

Wits Business School led by Dr. Johnny Matshabaphala met with the Secretary of the Limpopo Legislature Dr. Tim Maake and the management team today. The “meet and greet” session happened in the office the Secretary, Lebowakgomo.

The Limpopo Legislature mourns and pays

Tribute to the late Hon. Selaelo Regina Mphahlele who was deployed by the Economic Freedom Fighters since 2019 until her untimely passing. She served in various committees as a Member of the Legislature. May her spirit rest in eternal peace.

The portfolio committee on Transport and Community Safety

Earlier wrapped up their site visits for monitoring and observation of law enforcement and traffic flow at Beitbridge and Groblersbridge ports of entry respectively

Members of the Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety

Today embarked on their second leg of traffic monitoring campaign for Easter weekend where people are traveling back to their destinations. The Committee’s group 1 led by Committee chairperson, Hon Kedibone Lebea had site visits at the Capricorn Plaza and other areas of Makhado, while group 2 led by Hon. Rodgers Monama observed traffic flow in Sekhukhune and Waterberg area’s public roads.

Honoring a Hero

The Speakership; Hon. Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje and Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela attending ‘The Reburial of Cde Samuel Tambani’ a freedom fighter who lost his life during a protest march against the killing of Chris Hani in 1993. His remains were laid to rest in his home village of Tshiozwi, a momentous occasion to honor his legacy and sacrifice.

Committee on Transport and Community Safety

Members of the Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety earlier visited various public roads to monitor the easter holidays traffic flow. Group 1 visited the Groblers bridge where they experinced heavy flow of motorists coming from Botswana to Limpopo and the Gronlersbrug weighbridge, while group 2 was at Beitbridge border gate with high volume of traffic flow mostly trucks and passenger vehicles from South Africa entering Zimbabwean side.

The MEC for COGHSTA Hon. Basikopo Makamu

 And his management team presented their 2024/25 2nd and 3rd quarter reports to the COGHSTA Portfolio Committee at the parliamentary Village today. The Portfolio Committee on COGHSTA as led by Hon. Champ Sepuru was also briefed on the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act of 2023 by the department.

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature: Hon. Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje

Thursday, 17 April 2025, led a delegation of Members to visit the family of the late Hon. Mphahlele Selaelo Regina. The Speaker was accompanied by the Deputy Speaker: Hon. Mamorobela Tebogo and Members of the Limpopo Legislature.

The portfolio committee on Health

Today, the portfolio committee on Health led by its Chairperson Hon. Dr. Chuene Malebana, visited Veritas Digital in Polokwane. Veritas is currently responsible for digitising patients files in our provincial health facilities.

Oversight Mechanism Committee

The Limpopo Legislature, led by Hon. Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje and Deputy Speaker Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela, appeared before the Oversight Mechanism Committee today to brief the committee on the 2024/25 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Quarter Performance Reports, as well as the 2025/26 1st Quarter Performance Report. 

Budget Votes

Deputy Speaker Tebogo Mamorobela presided over the proceedings on presentation of budget votes for the following portfolios: Vote 02 – Limpopo Legislature; Vote 09 – Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure; Vote 11 – Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (CoGHSTA); and Vote 08 – Department of Transport and Community Safety.

Speaker, Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

Not a day for long speeches, but a day to celebrate the remarkable achievement of Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje. a day well spent honouring her incredible journey, surrounded by family, the Premier and Members of the Legislature, church leaders, professors, colleagues, and many others who played a part in this milestone

Speaker, Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

Moments before history is made; the Speaker of the Legislature, Hon. Makoma Makhurupetje stands poised with pride and grace, moments away from receiving her PhD

Portfolio Committee on Health Hon. Dr. Malebana and his entourage, conducted an unannounced oversight visit at Mankweng and Seshego Hospitals in the Capricorn district

The Standing Committee on Public Participation and Petitions led by chairperson Hon. Shimane Morris Mataboge has today held adjudication session at the Parliamentary village

Budget Votes

Thursday, 10th April 2025, Budget Votes and Schedules of the Limpopo Appropriation Bill, 2025 [B03-2025] were presented at Lebowakgomo Legislative Chambers as follows Budget Speech for Limpopo Department Of Agriculture & Rural Development, Limpopo Provincial Treasury, Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, and the Department of Social Development.

Portfolio Committee on Public Administration

Today, the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Public Administration Hon. Choris Phokane and his Committee held a meeting with the Office of the Premier at the Parliamentary Village. The Office of the Premier was presenting on their 2024/25 2nd and 3rd quarter performance reports

Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture

Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture in their session for meet and greet interacted with the Limpopo Archive Advisory Council, Limpopo Provincial Library and Information Services Board, and the Limpopo Provincial Geographic Names Committee on their role and functions within the department.

Budget votes presentations by the Office of the Premier

Tuesday, 08 April 2025, the Limpopo Legislature held the sitting for budget votes presentations by the Office of the Premier, Department Education, Department of lEconomic Development Environment and Tourism, and the Department of Health. The budget votes were presented following the provincial departmental budget allocations by the MEC for Provincial Treasury.

Members of the portfolio committee on Transport and Community safety led by Hon. Kedibone Lebea

Met earlier at Polokwane International Airport for briefing by Gateway Airport Authority Limited (GAAL) an entity of the department of Transport and Community Safety, and also conducted an inspection in loco on identified areas of interest such as state of infrastructure, overall maintenance with the aim of ensuring that the entity implements its planned maintenance plans, revenue collection and marketing strategies for maximum economic development and growth in the Province.

SCOPA concludes its public hearings with the Provincial Treasury and the Office of the Premier, presenting audit outcomes for the 2022/23 financial year, led by Hon. Mokoele ME

The Office of the Speaker, under the esteemed leadership of Hon. Makoma Makhurupetje

Extended a warm welcome to new staff members today eager to make valuable contributions to the fast-paced environment of the Limpopo Legislature

The Limpopo Legislature had a sitting to consider the tabling of the Departmental/Institutional Annual Performance Plans for the financial year ending 2025/2026

The Strategic Plans for 2025-2030 by the Leader of Government Business, Hon. Basikopo Rogers Makamu. Deputy Speaker Hon. Tebogo Portia Mamorobela also tabled the Limpopo Legislature’s Annual Performance Plan for the financial year ending 2025/2026 and the five-year Strategic Plan for 2025-2030.Additionally, the MEC for CoGHSTA tabled the 2022/2023 Section 47 Report on the performance of municipalities in the province. The reports of the Public Service Commission on the qualifications of senior managers in the public service were also tabled.

The portfolio committee on Health held a meeting with both the Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) and Primary Health Care Unit from the National Health Department

The Limpopo Legislature, under the leadership of the Speakership, Hon. Makoma Makhurupetje and Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela

Implementing transformative changes. The Secretary, Dr MT Maake, presented the 2025-2030 Legislature’s Strategic Plan to members, ensuring alignment with the budget and the Legislature’s Vision, Mission, Values, and Mandate. Committee coordinators have been empowered to champion change, ensuring that all reports are consistent with strategic objectives.

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

Welcome 12 master’s students and lecturers from the University of LimpopoTurfloop Graduate School of Leadership. The students and lecturers were at the Limpopo Legislature to witness the proceedings of the sitting as the MEC of Finance: Hon. Kgabo Elias Mahoai tables the Limpopo provincial budget. The students were accompanied by the School Director: Mr Njoko, Senior Lecturer: Dr Ramovha, Lecturer: Ms Lamola and Office Manager: Ms Moeketsi.

The Limpopo Legislature, led by Speaker Hon. Makoma Makhurupetje

convened a meeting with the Auditor General of South Africa to assess and report on the 2023-24 Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) Audit Outcomes and identify areas for improvement for the coming financial years.

Limpopo Legislature's Standing Committee on Public Participation and Petitions, led by Hon. Morris Mataboge

Visited the Mookgopong-Modimolle Local Municipality for an Educational Outreach Programme. The session aimed to empower Waterberg residents with knowledge on accessing service delivery.  The committee advised the community to petition the Legislature to address these urgent issues

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

Has today met with the Department under the leadership of MEC Jerry Maseko for a briefing on implementation of Committee Resolutions for 2024/25 2nd Quarter and 2024/25 3rd Quarter Reports.

The Limpopo Legislature Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety

has today embarked on an oversight visit to benchmark best practices, infrastructure standards, and operational efficiency at the Hoedspruit Airforce Base, Eastgate Airport, and Hoedspruit Airport

Today 19th March 2025, the Limpopo Legislature – Library Services

Held inhouse Library Week Celebration with the theme “Libraries for sustainable Communities”. We were honoured with the presence of Prof  S.T. Bopape who delivered a lecture on the importance of visiting libraries and information centres rather than relying on platforms such as Google which at times can mislead. 

The Portfolio Committee on Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure chaired by Hon. Khathu Netshifefe

 Hosted the department and RAL on its presentation of the 2024/25 2nd and 3rd quarter reports. The Department led by Hon. MEC Tony Rachoene also gave updates on the construction of new houses for Members at the Parliamentary Village

The Limpopo Legislature Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety

led by acting chairperson Hon. Rogers Monama met today for a Planning Session to consider and adopt the Committee Operational Plan for 2025/26 financial year and the 2024 – 2029 Strategic Plan.

Office of the Premier

 briefed the Portfolio Committee on Public Administration as led by Hon. Phokane on the Amendment of 2024/2025 Annual Performance Plan. Hon. MEC for Coghsta Baskop Makamu represented the Premier in the meeting held at the Parliamentary Village

Scopa public hearing led by Acting Chairperson, Hon. Ngobeni HP with Gateway Airports Authority Limited (GAAL)

On audit outcomes for 2022/23 and 2023/24 financial years, alongside the MEC for Department of Transport and Community Safety Hon. Mathye SV.

Chairperson of Scopa, Hon. Mokoele ME, attending the 2025 AFROPAC Conference

Chairperson of Scopa, Hon. Mokoele ME, attending the 2025 AFROPAC Conference on Illicit Financial Flows in Kampala, Uganda. The conference focuses on strengthening legislative action to combat illicit financial flows and enhance public financial resilience.

15th March 2025 marks 10 years since the passing of son of the soil Collins Chabane, the Speaker of Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Makoma Makhurupetje attended the 10th anniversary memorial at Xikundu under Collins Chabane Sub-Region

Scopa public hearing led by Hon. Mokoele MA with Road Agency Limpopo (RAL) on audit outcomes for the 2022/23 and 2023/24 financial years

The Portfolio Committee on Health, chaired by Hon. Dr. Malebana CWD

convened a planning session and met with the Provincial Treasury. During this session, the committee received an overview from Treasury of the budget adjustments for the Department of Health.

Scopa Public Hearing, chaired by Hon. Mokoele MA, is being held with the Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure on audit outcomes for the 2022/23 and 2023/24 financial years

The Standing Committee on Public Participation and Petitions (SCPPP)

The Standing Committee on Public Participation and Petitions (SCPPP) has on Wednesday, 12 March 2025, conducted an Educational Outreach at the Greater Letaba Local Municipality in Mopani District. The outreach programme took place in Chris Hani Community Hall at Ga-Mamaila.

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

The portfolio committee on Transport and Community Safety chaired by Hon. Kedibone Lebea held a successful public hearing at Bolivia lodge, on Marine Oil Pollution Bill whereby the majority of stakeholders in attendance supported the bill.

Scopa Public hearing chaired by Hon. Mokoele MA with the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture on audit outcomes for 2022/23 and 2023/24 financial years

The Secretary Dr. MT Maake led Legislature delegation

Tuesday, 11th March 2025,. Secretary Dr. MT Maake led Legislature delegation during the planning meeting with representatives from Public Works and Independent Development Trust (ITD) for the purpose of designing and construction of additional houses for Members of the Provincial Legislature at Parliamentary Village.

Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature at Gender Terminology booklet

Today, the Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Makoma Makhurupetje delivered a keynote address on behalf of MEC for Sport Arts and Culture, Hon. Jerry Maseko at the launch of the Gender Terminology Booklet for Sesotho sa Leboa, Tshivenda, and Xitsonga. The event was organized by the Commission for Gender Equality in collaboration with PanSALB, promoting inclusive language and gender equality

Members of the portfolio committee on Economic Development, Environment & Tourism met for consideration and adoption of committee strategic and operational plans for 2025/2026 financial year

Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has delivered her response to the debate on the State of the Province Address (SOPA)

Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has delivered her response to the debate on the State of the Province Address (SOPA)

The Portfolio Committee on Education led by Honourable Nkakareng Rakgoale met for presentation on the Committee Strategic and Operational Plans

The Portfolio Committee on Social Development met in Polokwane for Committee Planning Session and adopt Committee report

The Portfolio Committee on treasury met in Polokwane for strategic planning meeting

The Portfolio Committee on public works, road and infrastructure held strategic planning meeting

Committee on Agriculture and rural development chaired by Hon. Constance Bella Mabuza met with the department led by the MEC Nakedi Kekana

Honourable Members debating State of the Province Address delivered by Premier, Dr Phophi Ramathuba

The secretary of the Legislature, Dr MT Maake welcomes new staff to the library and Hansard Section

Honourable Members and guests at luncheon

After the state of the province address which outlined key plans for infrastructure development and economic growth of the province in the coming financial year and pondering on the milestones achieved.

State of the Province address (Sopa) 2025

Setting the stage for the State of the Province Address

The Speakership Hon. Makoma Makhupetje and Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela, hosts a media briefing to outline key preparations, priorities, and expectations ahead of this significant event

The Speakership Hon. Makoma Makhurupetje and Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela

 Briefed the Hon. Premier, Dr. Phophi Ramathuba on readiness for hosting State of the Province Address through a dry-run.

The Speaker Hon Makoma Makhurupetje and the Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela held a briefing today

The Speaker Hon Makoma Makhurupetje and the Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela held a briefing today at the Parliamentary Village to update Members of the Legislature on the progress made in preparation for the State of the Province Address.

The Portfolio Committee on Pandemic and Disaster Led by Chairperson Hon Mpho Sonnyboy Shai

The Portfolio Committee on Pandemic and Disaster led by chairperson Hon Mpho Sonnyboy Shai welcomed all stakeholders involved at the workshop. The newly established committee was being capacitated by Coghsta Provincial Disaster Management Centre (PMDC), Department of Health, and the Disaster Management Institute of Southern Africa (DMISA).

The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development has today embarked on their second leg of joint site visit at maria swele Cotton farm

The Secretary to the Limpopo Legislature Dr M.T Maake and his delegation

The Secretary to the Limpopo Legislature Dr M.T Maake has today led his delegation to meet with the University of Limpopo Leadership to advance and resuscitate the already existing relations

Portfolio Committee on Public Works, Road and Infrastructure Hon. Khathu Netshifhefhe together with his team on their oversight visit Vhembe district

Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural

The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural had a jont Oversight visit with their counterparts from North-west Provincial Legislature at the Majeje citrus farm in Phalaborwa, Mopani District

The Limpopo Legislature, led by Dr. MT Maake, met with SAPS Provincial Commissioner MT Hadebe for a straegic mee-and-greet ahead of the State of the Province Address

Secretary Dr. MT Maake warmly welcomed the new researcher's team to the Legislature

SCOPA Public Hearing with the Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA)

Secretary of Limpopo legislature, Dr MT Maake Welcomes new team to the Legislature

SCOPA Public Hearing with the Department of Coghsta

SCOPA Public Hearing with the Department of education

The Speaker of the limpopo Legislature Makoma Makhurupetje is attending the inception meeting of speaker's forum, accompanied by the secretary to the Limpopo Legislature: Dr Tim Maake

SCOPA Public Hearing with the Department of Social Development

SCOPA Public hearing on department of Transport & Community Safety

The portfolio Committee on Education

The Portfolio Committee on Education led by Chairperson Honourable Nkakareng Rakgoale kickstarted Back To School Campaign in Vhembe District at Phaswana Secondary School. and the Hon. Ngobeni inspecting a borehole at the Setotolwane Special School in Mankweng. The portfolio committee on Education is conducting an oversight visit on selected schools in various districts.

The Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety

Tuesday, 14th January 2025 The Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety, led by Acting Chairperson Honourable Bongani Nkonyana had site visits in the Vhembe and Waterberg districts respectively monitoring traffic law enforcement activities

The Secretary of the limpopo Legislature, Dr MT Maake welcomes the officials on their 1st Day at work in the new year

The Limpopo legislature officially closed for the festive season by the Secretary Dr. MT Maake

Word of wisdom from the secretary of the Limpopo legislature, Dr MT Maake, as we wrap up the year: ‘We didn’t let the ship sink in the storm; we maintained the steering. Let’s go into 2025 with a positive attitude, and we’ll enjoy the 99% of the time we spend here at work’. Let’s applaud ourselves for staying strong and resilient, here’s to a successful new year ahead! 

Limpopo Legislature managers at strategic planning

Limpopo Legislature Management led by secretary Dr. MT Maake converges to review the five years strategic plan, aligned to the 7th administration goals.

67th Commonwealth Parliament Conference

The Speakership of Limpopo Legislature Honourable Makoma Makhurupetje with Deputy Speaker, Honourable Tebogo Mamorobela leads delegation attending the 67th Commonwealth Parliament Conference taking place in Sydney, Australia.

Inauguration of Members of the 7th Legislature

DESIGNATED MEMBERS INDUCTION SESSION

Swearing in of members

Budget speech

Committee Meetings

public hearings

sittings

Administration

Embedded within the intricate workings of the Limpopo Legislature lies a network of offices and divisions diligently working to facilitate its daily functions. As the backbone of the legislative body, this administrative framework comprises dedicated individuals overseeing a spectrum of critical tasks. 

Delving into the intricacies of their roles and responsibilities unveils the meticulous orchestration behind the scenes, ensuring the smooth operation of the legislature’s affairs:

Office of the speaker

Office of the deputy speaker

office of the secretary

  • Ms Dikeledi Shadung (PA)

Divisions / sections

FINANCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

FINANCE ACCOUNTING

  • Mr Norman Mokomane
    • Contact: 082 457 8184
    • Office:  015 633 8000
    • Email: mokomanen@limpopoleg.gov.za

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

FLEET MANAGEMENT & LOGISTICS

COMMUNICATION SERVICES

  • Mr. Thabiso Ranta
    • Contact: 082 372 0003
    • Office: 015 633 8000 
    • Email: rantat@limpopoleg.gov.za

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Audit

MEMBERS SAFETY & CEREMONIAL

  • Mr. Hasani Ngobeni
    • Contact: 082 493 2826
    • Office:015 633 8000 
    • Email: ngobenih@limpopoleg.gov.za

POLITICAL PARTIES LIAISON

PROTOCOL & PARLIAMENTARY EXCHANGE

LIBRARY & RECORDS

RESEARCH

house proceedings

NCOP LIASON SERVICES

  • Mr Ntshengedzeni Maphaha

COMMITTEE SERVICES

  • Ms. Martina Manamela
    • Contract: 082 413 1994
    • Office:015 633 8000 
    • Email: manamelam@limpopoleg.gov.za

LEGAL SERVICES

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION & PETITIONS

HANSARD AND LANGUAGE SERVICES

67th Commonwealth Parliament Conference

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