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The Limpopo Provincial Legislature today convened a sitting at the Lebowakgomo Legislative Chambers for the tabling of budget votes as part of the 2026/27 provincial budget process

The sitting was presided over by the Deputy Speaker of the Legislature, Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela, while Speaker of the Legislature, Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje, delivered the budget speech for Vote 02: Limpopo Legislature. During the sitting, Members of the Executive Council tabled departmental budget votes outlining priorities and planned service delivery interventions for the 2026/27 financial year. MEC for Social Development, Hon. Florence Radzilani, presented Vote 12: Department of Social Development, while MEC Hon. Grace Kekana tabled Vote 04: Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The budget presentations form part of the Legislature’s constitutional mandate to consider, debate, and oversee the allocation of provincial resources aimed at advancing service delivery and socio-economic development across Limpopo.

The portfolio committee on Sport, Arts & Culture has during their second session met

with the Limpopo Sports Confederations with representative from all the districts in the Province. They briefed members on their composition, services offered by the confederations, their stakeholders and challenges faced by these statutory bodies.

Members of the Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture led by Chairperson Hon. Falaza Mdaka

earlier met with office of the provincial state attorney represented by their head of office Mr. Machaka Chuene for a briefing on their composition, recruitment process, their area of work and workload involved, and their level of involvement on litigations in relation to the department of Sport, Arts & Culture in terms of those outstanding, concluded and recoveries made to-date.

The Secretary of Limpopo Legislature Dr. Maake MT together with Management team

convened a Special meeting with the Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure and related stakeholders. The meeting which was chaired by the department, served to officially hand over contractors who will be responsible for the refurbishment of the Legislature building. Following the meeting, all participants including stakeholders led by Dr. Maake, conducted a walkabout to assess the area earmarked for the future construction of a new road .

The Limpopo Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs led by the Chairperson Hon. Champ Sepuru

earlier convened a Special meeting with the Department led by the MEC Basikop Makamu , and the Lephalale Local Municipality led by the Mayor Aaron Mokgehle. The meeting focused on progress made in the implementation made of the long-awaited New Altoostyd RDP housing project and the Marapong Community Residential Units (CRU) project. During the session both the Department and the Municipality presented updates on the current status of the projects, which are expected to address housing challenges in the Lephalale area.

The Deputy Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Honourable Tebogo Mamorobela, joined by the Chair of Chairs, Honourable T.A. Mokone

today received a pre-sitting briefing from the Executive Management of the Legislature led by the Secretary to the Legislature, Dr Maake M.T. The briefing session focused on preparations and procedural matters ahead of the sitting of the House at the Lebowakgomo Legislative Chambers. The House is expected to receive budget presentations from Members of the Executive Council responsible for the Limpopo Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (CoGHSTA), the Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure, as well as the Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety.

The Portfolio Committee on Public Works and Infrastructure today met with Mvula Trust, Independent Development Trust (IDT)

Department of Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) and Road Agency Limpopo (RAL) at the parliamentary village. Hon. Khathu Netshifefe chaired the proceedings where the committee was briefed on the Infrastructure Projects, 2025/26 2nd & 3rd quarter reports of both RAL and the department.

The Secretary to the Limpopo Legislature, Dr. Maake M.T, together with the Executive Management team

, convened a general staff meeting at the Lebowakgomo Legislative Chambers to formally introduce newly appointed staff members. During the session, Mr Mperekeng Seabi and Mr Sehlare Machabaphala were warmly welcomed into the institution. Dr. Maake encouraged them to actively contribute and demonstrate full commitment in the execution of their respective responsibilities. The meeting underscored the importance of teamwork, professionalism, and dedication in advancing the mandate of the Limpopo Legislature.

Today, the Secretary to the Legislature, Dr Maake MT, together with Chairperson of SCOPA, Hon. Mokoele ME

, attended the “Talk to the South African Forum” hosted by the South African Reserve Bank, at Saskia in Polokwane. The engagement brought together key stakeholders to unpack pressing economic developments impacting South Africa and the global landscape. Led by Lesetja Kganyago, Governor of the SARB, discussions focused on the rising cost of fuel, inflation trends, foreign exchange dynamics, and the performance of the rand against the US dollar. The forum further explored household spending patterns, inflation expectations over the next two years, and the impact of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East on South Africa’s fuel outlook and the broader food industry.

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

today presided over a sitting of the House in which key provincial departments tabled their budgets for the 2026/2027 financial year. The session, held at the Lebowakgomo Legislative Chambers, saw the tabling of budget votes by the Office of the Premier, the Limpopo Provincial Treasury, and the Limpopo Department of Education. The presentations form part of the Legislature’s oversight and budget approval processes, ensuring alignment with provincial priorities and service delivery commitments.

The Secretary of the Limpopo Legislature Dr. Maake MT, together with Deputy secretary Ms Kgomo L and the Executive Manager for Corporate Services Ms Dodani NA

convened a meeting session to officially welcome newly appointed employees into the institution.

The portfolio committee on Economic Development, Environment and Tourism led by Chairperson, Hon. Mokaba Mapula

has on Thursday, 30th April 2026 had site visits at Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone (MMSEZ) North site. The department and its entity Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA) led by MEC Matibe Tshitereke joined the committee during the oversight at the north site which is approximately 1.239ha earmarked for the industrial hub for Agro-processing, logistics, automotive manufacturing company, beneficiation industries and general manufacturing. Members of the Committee were pleased to see that contractors were busy working the ground excavating for bulk water infrastructure. Members wrapped up their sites visit by joining the MEC for trees planting on site.

Today the Portfolio Committee on Health led by its Chairperson, Hon. Dr. Malebana C.WD,

conducted oversight visits at the Limpopo EMS Call Centre and Limpopo Pharmaceutical Depot respectively. The MEC for Health, Hon. Mashego D.M led the team from the Department of Health. The purpose of this oversight visit was to assess compliance, value for money, and the impact of these facilities on healthcare delivery. The Committee was to also assess whether the facilities are an investment which delivers value, ensures compliance and improves healthcare outcomes to the communities of Limpopo Province.

The Standing Committee on Pandemic and Disaster today visited the Fetakgomo Tubatse disaster centre and the Makhuduthamaga disaster centre in Sekhukhune district. Hon. Mpho Shai

chaired the discussion with senior municipal officials in Burgersfort before heading to Jane Furse. Overall, the committee was unhappy with the state of readiness of fire stations at both municipalities.

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

has today conducted an adjudication session to assess petitions submitted by residents from Polokwane Local Municipality, Fetakgomo-Tubatse Local Municipality, and Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality. The session focused on a range of service delivery concerns raised by communities within these municipalities. These included issues related to water provision, road infrastructure, sanitation, and general municipal responsiveness to community needs.

The Limpopo Legislature’s Deputy Chair of Chairs, Hon. Ngobeni Hassani

joined the National portfolio committee on Communication and Digital Technologies led by Hon. Khusela Diko during their visit to the Province to conduct site visits in the Capricorn, Vhembe and Waterberg districts respectively. The purpose of the visits is to assess and monitor broadband infrastructure rollout, broadcasting digital migration, and progress on SA connect.

Members of the portfolio committee on Transport & Community Safety chaired by Hon. Lebea Kedibone

met with the department led by MEC Mathye Violet with its entity Gateway Airport Authority Limited (GAAL) at Parliamentary village in Polokwane.Members were more interested on the overdue announcement by the department on their newly appointed board of directors to the committee. The entity had to through the department, elaborate to the committee on their marketing strategy in place for the Airport, and more importantly to take the committee into confidence on measures in place for ensuring attainment of unqualified audit report.

This morning the Portfolio Committee on Education, led by its chairperson, Hon. Rakgoale C.N

conducted an oversight visit at Lwenzhe Technical High school in the Collins Chabane municipality, Vhembe district. The school is under Vhembe East, in Vhuronga 1, and it’s a quintile 1 school. The school is purely technical with Grades 8 and 9 doing electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering. The learners are equipped with skills from N1-N3.

Tuesday, 28th April 2026, Members of the Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety led by Chairperson Hon. Lebea Kedibone

earlier held a Stakeholders engagement session with the Capricorn Taxi Association Executive Committee where they discussed and raised crucial concerns related to operating permits, scholar transport operations, and impounding of operating vehicles awaiting issuing of permits already paid for, that were delayed by backlog. Members of the committee received and noted all concerns raised which were to be raised with the department during their meeting later the same day.

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

convened a special meeting today 28th April 2026, to deliberate on the issues observed during their oversight visit regarding the new Altoostsyd RDP and Marapong Community Residential Units(CRU) projects. Members of the Committee conducted the oversight visits to assess progress and evaluate the current state of the long-awaited construction. The visits formed part of the Committee’s constitutional responsibility to ensure that the service delivery commitments are met and that public resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) led by its Chairperson, Hon. Mokwele M.E

The Limpopo Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Social Development, chaired by Hon. Simon Mathe, today held a high-level engagement at the Parliament of Kenya as part of its study tour on best practices and benchmarking programme. The delegation met with the Senate’s Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare to exchange insights on social protection policies, labour matters, and legislative best practices aimed at improving service delivery to vulnerable communities. In addition, the Committee engaged with officials from the Ministry of Gender, Culture, the Arts and Heritage, focusing on programmes that promote gender equality, cultural development, and the preservation of heritage. The visit forms part of the Committee’s ongoing efforts to strengthen international cooperation, share knowledge, and explore innovative approaches to addressing social development challenges within Limpopo Province.

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) led by its Chairperson, Hon. Mokwele M.E

has resolved to postpone today’s public hearing on Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA), following the unavailability of Chairpersons of boards of certain subsidiaries of the Limpopo Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET), which is led by MEC Hon. Matibe T.B.The public hearing has been postponed to a later date.

Members of the portfolio committee on Agriculture and Rural Development

led by Deputy Chair of Chairperson in the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Ngobeni Hassani in his capacity as the acting chairperson during the committee site visit in Madzivhandila Agricultural College in the Vhembe district. Members received a comprehensive presentation from the college head, Ms. Mphahlele PR on their 2025/2026 financial year performance report, which shed some light on programmes and accredited courses offered, skills development programmes, industrial partnerships, farm matters, and challenges faced by the facility.

Members of the Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety joined a SAPS team led by Limpopo Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe

for an unannounced visit to Molaudzi Secondary School and Makgofe Secondary School. The purpose of the operation was to conduct raids following reports of high levels of bullying at the schools. The operation involved SAPS officers, the K-9 Unit, Mounted Police, Community Policing Forums (CPFs), and School Governing Bodies (SGBs). During the raids, police confiscated dangerous items including knives and scissors, as well as cigarettes, alcohol, and vapes.

In an effort reduce the scourge of Gender Based Violence (GBV) in the province, the Portfolio Committee of Social Development led by chairperson Hon. Simon Mathe

undertook a study tour on best practices and intervention strategies when dealing with GBV. The committee held an in camera briefing before departing for a session with the National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC-Kenya) in Nairobi, today.

Members of Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts & Culture concluded their site visits at Muti wa Vatsonga open-air museum

managed by the museum human scientist, Mr. Tebeila Victor who made an elaborate presentation on the origins of the Vatsonga culture and way of life through artefacts and ancient tools used by the Vatsonga people. The facility reported on the high vacancy rate and further expressed their challenges to market the facility broadly due to poor internet connectivity and mostly lack of operational budget.

Members of portfolio committee on Sport Arts & Culture’s next site visit was at Leboneng Library in Namakgale

The Library also raised challenges faced by the facility such as, the need for new upgraded computers, air conditioning system that’s not working and need to be fixed. A need for borehole within the facility and the maintenance and repair of the leaking roof.

Office of the Premier briefed the Portfolio Committee on Public Administration on their 2025/26 2nd and 3rd quarter reports

today at the Parliamentary village. Hon. Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba led her senior management team in that session which was steered by Hon. Choris Phokane, the committee chairperson.

The portfolio committee on Sport, Arts & Culture chaired by Hon. Mdaka Falaza

has on Friday, 17th April 2026 conducted site visits in Mopani District with their first stop at Phalaborwa Library.The facility during their presentation to the committee has raised challenges such as but not limited to lack of computers, and lack of space for allocation of children’s section within the facility.

The Portfolio Committee on Provincial Treasury, chaired by Hon. Maseko Solomon Pheedi

convened at the Parliamentary Village in Polokwane to receive a comprehensive briefing from the Limpopo Provincial Treasury on its performance for the 2025/26 financial year. During the session, officials from the Provincial Treasury presented both the Second Quarter and Third Quarter performance reports, outlining progress made against set targets, key achievements, and areas requiring improvement. The reports provided insight into the department’s financial management, service delivery outcomes, and implementation of strategic priorities over the two quarters under review. Committee members engaged the department on several critical issues, including expenditure trends, revenue collection, and challenges affecting the effective utilisation of allocated budgets. Particular attention was given to areas where performance targets were not met, with members seeking clarity on corrective measures and timelines for improvement.

On Thursday the 16th April 2026, the Portfolio Committee on Education led on by its chairperson Hon. Rakgoale C.N

met with the Department led by its MEC , Hon. Lerule-Ramakhanya M.M to present their 2025/2026 2nd and 3rd Quarter performance reports.The meeting which was held at Parliamentary Village, also gave the department an opportunity to provide a progress report on implementation of Committee resolutions.

The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA) chaired by Hon. Champ Sepuru

met with the Department led by the MEC Basikopo Makamu to present their 2025/2026 2nd and 3rd Quarter Performance Reports.

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

convened a meeting today, 10 April 2026, at the Parliamentary Village to receive a comprehensive briefing from the Department of Social Development on its 2025/26 financial year performance. The Department presented both the 2nd Quarter and 3rd Quarter Performance Reports, outlining progress made in the implementation of key programmes as well as challenges encountered during the reporting periods. The briefing forms part of the Committee’s ongoing oversight responsibility to ensure that the department delivers effectively on its mandates and utilise public resources efficiently.

The Portfolio Committee on Education led by its Chairperson, Hon. Rakgoale C.N

held a meeting to consider and adopt minutes of the previous meeting, as well as oversight reports of different schools and facilities visited by the committee in the previous year. The meeting which was held at Parliamentary Village, was equally aimed at the committee considering its 2026/27 Annual Performance and Operational Plans.

Wednesday, 08 April 2026, The Limpopo Provincial Legislature led by the Secretary to the Legislature Dr Maake M.T

together with the Executive Management Team engaged with Limpopo Men’s Sector to tackle various socio-economic issues affecting the sector. The engagement discussed crucial issues affecting men and the boy child in our Province. We’re excited to announce plans to finalise a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate and elevate these important issues through exciting programmes such as Men’s Parliament which will be preceded by various build up programmes. Stay tuned for updates on this initiative! #LimpopoLegislature #MensSector #Empowerment

Wednesday, 8th April 2026, the Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety team 2 led by Hon. Baloyi Dunani

concluded their oversight visits for monitoring and observing of the traffic law enforcement operations post Easter weekend at Moroke/Atok Ratsoma junction. The committee continued to motivate and encourage road users to observe and follow traffic rules, be patient on the roads and avoid driving in fatigue or while under the influence of alcohol.

The Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety led by the Acting Chairperson Hon. Dowelani Nenguda

conducted an Easter traffic oversight across key routes in the province. The operation was in collaboration with the South African Police Service ( SAPS )and traffic officers , focused on stop and checks activities to ensure road safety compliance . Several vehicles were impounded and traffic fines issued during the operation. The site visits were conducted along the R71 Nobody Road , from Mothibaskraal to Turfloop , as well as Sefateng Ga – Chuene.

The Secretary of the Limpopo Legislature, Dr. Maake M.T.

is today convening an extended management meeting with the institution’s leadership, aimed at improving the overall trajectory and performance of the Legislature.

The Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety led by the Acting Chairperson Hon. Dowelani Nenguda

, convened earlier this morning for a briefing by the Department of Transport and Community Safety led by MEC Violet Mathye , on the province’s state of readiness for the Easter period. The briefing was joint by the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the Border Management Authority, the department highlighted preparations to manage the anticipated surge in traffic volumes. The department indicated that they are expecting increase in traffic from today , as many people will be traveling to various destinations including religious and social events.

Today the 31st March 2026, the Portfolio of Health led by its Chairperson, Hon. Dr. Malebana C.W.D

held a meeting with the Department of Health. The department, which was led by its MEC, Hon. Mashego D.M had to present its 2nd and 3rd Quarter Performance Reports for the 2025/26 financial year. The department also presented an update of resolutions of the Portfolio Committee.

Hon. Mokaba Mapula Wednesday, chaired the 25th March 2026, The Portfolio Committee on Economic Development, Environment and Tourism

met for their strategic planning session and adoption of the 2026/27 Committee Operational Plan. This session paves way for the Committee to fulfil its oversight mandate over the executive and the department.

This morning, the 25th March 2026, the Portfolio Committee on Social Development led by its Chairperson, Hon. Mathe S.M

met for the committee’s Strategic. Planning Session to adopt its 2026/27 Annual Performance Plan (APP) and 2026/27 Committee Operational Plan. This session will ultimately inform the work of the committee for the 2026/27 financial year. It will also be a roadmap for the committee as it fulfills its oversight role as mandated by the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.

This afternoon after the sitting of the Legislature, the Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Dr Makhurupetje M.G and Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mamorobela T.P, the Secretary to the Legislature, Dr. Maake M.T

and the staff in Office of the Speaker led by Mr Mavhunga N.T, met to bid farewell to the Media Liaison Officer (MLO), Advocate Makgotho S, who will be leaving the institution at the end of March 2026.

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

convened a sitting today, focusing on key governance, planning, and budgetary matters aimed at strengthening service delivery across the province.Proceedings commenced with a major highlight of the sitting, tabling of critical institutional documents by the Deputy Speaker. These included the Revised 2025–2030 Strategic Plan and the 2026/27 Annual Performance Plan (APP) of the Limpopo Legislature.

The House also turned its attention to financial matters, with the MEC for Provincial Treasury Hon. Kgabo Mahoai tabling the Motion for the Third Reading of the Limpopo Adjustment Appropriation Amendment Bill, 2026 [B01-2026].

Oversight remained a central focus, as the Legislature considered and adopted several reports from the Portfolio Committee on Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure. These included the 2024/25 Annual Reports of the Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure and the Roads Agency Limpopo (RAL), as well as the 2025/26 First Quarter performance reports for both entities.

Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje, Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela, Deputy Chair of Chairs Hon Hassani Ngobeni

received the briefing on the last sitting of the current term. Leader of Government Business and MEC for Coghsta, Hon Basikopo Makamu, also joined the meeting, which was preceded by the Legislature’s Programming Committee meeting.

The Speaker of Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Dr. Makhurupetje M.G and the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mamorobela T.P, the Hon. Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba, and other Honourable members

today the 21st March 2026 joined the Mokgonyana family as they bury Ms Mokgonyana M.M. Ms Mokgonyana who is the mother to the Chief Whip of the Legislature, Hon. Mokgonyana E.M was widely hailed as a community builder of note in Moletjie Ga-Matamanyane, in the Capricorn District of Limpopo.

The Speaker of Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Dr. Makhurupetje M.G and the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mamorobela T.P, the Hon. Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba, and other Honourable members

The Deputy Speaker of Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Mamorobela T.P

continued the Back To School campaign at Harold Rudzani Primary School at Tshiozwi village in the Makhado Municipal area. As part of this campaign, the Deputy Speaker donated school shoes and sanitary towels to the learners.

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

met with the Public Protector South Africa to strengthen cooperation, find better ways to help improve ways in which, through their oversight mechanisms, government can address service delivery challenges, and explore ways to better serve the people of Limpopo in alignment with the Constitution and their innate mandate. The meeting also looked at collaboration between the Legislature and the PP South Africa on educating community members about their specific mandates and how communities may benefit from such.

This morning the Deputy Speaker of Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Mamorobela T.P embarked on a

Back To School campaign trail which started at Manaledzi Secondary School at Tshiozwi village in the Makhado Municipal area. The Deputy Speaker donated school shoes and sanitary towels to the learners at Manaledzi Secondary School.

This afternoon, the Speaker of Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Dr. Makhurupetje M.G, accompanied by the Chairperson of Chairpersons, Hon. Mokone T.A and Deputy Chief Whip, Hon. Monama G.R

led a delegation of honourable members to the home of the Legislature’s Chief Whip Hon. Mokgonyana E.M, following the loss of his mother, Ms Mokgonyana M.M.The Speaker and honourable members saw it fit to support the mourning Mokgonyana family at Moletjie Ga-Matamanyane in the Capricorn District of Limpopo.

The Chairperson of Committees in the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Thabo Andrew Mokone and Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

today presided over a comprehensive sitting during which the House tabled and considered several critical reports, debated key provincial budget bills, and advanced its oversight responsibilities across multiple sectors of governance. The sitting formed part of the Legislature’s ongoing mandate to strengthen transparency, accountability, and service delivery across provincial departments, entities, and municipalities.

The Chairperson of Committees in the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Thabo Andrew Mokone and Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

The Chairperson of Committees in the Limpopo Legislature, Hon. Thabo Andrew Mokone and Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje,

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature Hon. Dr. Makhurupetje Makoma, Chair of Chairs Hon. Mokone Thabo and the Deputy Chair of Chairs Hon. Ngobeni Hassani attended the

briefing session prior to the sitting of the Legislature. The programme of the day includes the tabling of Annual Performance Plans; consideration and adoption of the report of the Portfolio Committee on Provincial Treasury; and consideration of several reports of other Portfolio Committees.

The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development has today 18 March 2026

continued its benchmarking tour with Mpumalanga Legislature. Both Committees visited the Mkhondo Agrihub in the Mkhondo Local Municipality, Gert Sibande Region , where the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs briefed the Members on the Project. The Agrihub is aimed at addressing market access challenges for local farmers and will serve as a collection point , packaging facility, and wholesale trading center for Agricultural produce. The Committees further visited the Mkhondo One-stop Centre where local farmers will have easy access to Agricultural services. Departmental officials were able to demonstrate the Agricultural smart boxes to the Members

This morning, 18th March 2026, the Oversight Mechanism Committee led by its Chairperson, Hon. Tshivhase M.P.D

held a meeting with the Legislature, which was led by the Speaker, Hon. Dr. Makhurupetje M.G, Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mamorobela T.P and the institution’s Accounting Officer, Secretary, Dr. Maake M.T and his executive management team. The Legislature had to account to the committee in terms of its performance for the 2nd quarter of 2025/26 financial year. The Oversight Mechanism Committee must maintain oversight over the financial management of the Legislature in terms of the provisions of the Financial Management of Parliament and Provincial Legislatures Act (FMPPLA).

Wednesday, 18th March 2026, The Portfolio Committee on Transport and Community Safety led by Hon. Lebea Kedibone

met for consideration and adoption of Committee reports and minutes, followed by a planning session for consideration and adoption of the committee 2026/2027 operational plan.

The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development led by its Chairperson Hon Bella Kupa-Mabuza

has today the 17th March 2026 , undertook a local Study tour to meet with their counterparts in Mpumalanga Legislature. The purpose of the visit is to benchmark with the Portfolio Committee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs and exchange good practices on Agricultural activities and related similar projects. Key focal area was on understanding how Mpumalanga initiated the Nutrition Sourcing Bill. The Programme commenced with a briefing session and exchange of ideas between the Committees and later they conducted sight visit at the Mpumalanga International food Market. During the visit, Members were introduced on how the smart boxes are being used for planting seeds as an alternative to traditional ground planting methods.

The Speakership of the Legislature took time on their busy schedule to meet and greet the Executive Management of the Legislature

as well as introduction of newly appointed members of the Executive Management as well as those on promotion. The meeting also received compliments and accolades from the Speakership on their dedication in serving the People of Limpopo. Amongst the newly appointed and promoted employees.

The Speakership of the Legislature took time on their busy schedule to meet and greet the Executive Management of the Legislature

Today the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mamorobela T.P as the Chairperson of the Internal Arrangements

Committee convened a meeting with the MEC for Public Works, Roads & Infrastructure, Hon. Rachoene E.S and MEC for Provincial Treasury, Hon. Mahoai K.E and their teams. The meeting was attended by Honourable members and the Secretary to the Legislature, Dr. Maake M.T.

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

today presided over a sitting in which Premier Hon. Dr. Phophi Ramathuba delivered the official response to the debate on the State of the Province Address (SOPA). The sitting forms part of the Legislature’s oversight mandate, ensuring that commitments made in the SOPA are clarified and aligned with the province’s priorities.

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

joined by Deputy Chair of Chairs, Hon. Hassani Ngobeni receives briefing ahead of the Premier’s response to the Debate on SOPA by Political Parties last week.

Speaker Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

wrapped up the school visit at Mashoro High School where elated learners were handed over gifts which included study guides for various subjects offered by the school and school shoes.

The second leg of the school visit was at Khesethwane Secondary School

The Honourable speaker, Dr. Makhurupetje motivated learners and emphasised the importance of securing their future through dedication and commitment in their studies.

Friday, the 13th March 2026, the Speaker of Limpopo Legislature Hon. Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

visited schools in Mopani District under Mawa Circuit of the Limpopo Department of Education led by its circuit manager Ms. Mausekhene Azwindini, the first school to be visited is Mark Shope Secondary School.

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA), chaired by Esther Mosebudi Mokoele

is today conducting public hearings with Gateway Airports Authority Limited (GAAL), a Schedule 3D Limpopo Provincial Government public entity under the budget of the Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety, to account for its 2024/25 financial year audit outcomes.

Friday, 13th March 2026, The Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts & Culture led by the acting Chairperson, Hon. Dr Malebana CWD

met for Consideration and Adoption of the 2025/2026 2nd Quarter Performance Report followed by the Committee Strategic Planning Session on the Annual Performance Plan (APP) and Operational Plan for 2026/27 Financial Year.

The Portfolio Committee on Provincial Treasury, led by chairperson Maseko Solomon Pheedi,

today received a briefing from the Limpopo Provincial Treasury led by MEC Kgabo Elias Mahoai at the Lebowakgomo Legislative Chambers. The briefing focused on matters relating to the provincial budget, financial management, and the implementation of treasury programmes aimed at strengthening fiscal discipline and improving service delivery across the province. Members of the committee engaged with the department on key financial priorities, oversight responsibilities, and measures being implemented to ensure accountability in the management of public funds. The engagement forms part of the committee’s ongoing oversight work to monitor the performance of provincial departments and ensure that allocated resources are used effectively for the benefit of communities across Limpopo.

The Secretary of the Limpopo Legislature attending the professional development seminar of the Secretaries/Clerks

of the Commonwealth Parliaments in Gaborone, Botswana, under the banner of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA).

The Standing Committee on Public Participation and Petitions, led by chairperson Shimane Morris Mataboge

has today conducted an educational outreach programme at the Xigalo Fountain of Life Gospel Church in Xigalo village under the Collins Chabane Local Municipality in the Vhembe District Municipality. The outreach programme aimed to educate community members about the role of the Limpopo Legislature and to raise awareness about public participation processes, including how residents can lodge petitions and raise concerns through formal legislative channels. During the session, community members were encouraged to actively engage with the Legislature by submitting petitions on issues affecting their communities. The committee explained the procedures involved in lodging petitions and how these submissions are processed to ensure that government departments and relevant authorities respond to the concerns raised.

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

met, today 11 March 2026 for its strategic planning. The meeting focused on the Committee’s Annual Performance Plan (APP) for the 2026/2027 financial year , as well as the 2026/2027 Committee Operational Plan.

The Portfolio Committee on Health led by its Chairperson, Hon. Dr. Malebana C.W.D

today the 11th of March 2026, held its strategic planning session, to deal with its Annual Performance Plan (APP) and the Committee Operational Plan for the 2026/27 financial year. This is an important session for the committee as it drafts its roadmap, which enables it to execute its oversight responsibility.

Speakership of the Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje and Hon Tebogo Mamorobela

have this afternoon met with Forum comprising of leaders of Chapters 9 and 10 (institutions supporting constitutional democracy). The Forum includes the Auditor General, Public Service Commission, Public Protector, Pan South African Language Board (PanSalb), Commission on Gender Equality and the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC). The meeting resolved to collaborate in strengthening constitutional democracy, governance and enhanced law-making processes. The Forum and the Speakership further agreed to meet twice annually

The Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Makoma Makhurupetje, is today presiding over the tabling of the 2026/27

provincial budget by the MEC for Limpopo Provincial Treasury, Kgabo Mahoai, at the Lebowakgomo Legislative Chambers. The budget speech outlines the provincial government’s financial plans and priorities for the upcoming financial year, detailing how funds will be allocated across departments to support service delivery, infrastructure development, and economic growth in the province. Members of the Legislature, government officials, and stakeholders are in attendance as the province sets out its fiscal framework for the year ahead.

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA), chaired by Esther Mosebudi Mokoele

is today conducting public hearings with the Limpopo Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (CoGHSTA) regarding the department’s 2024–25 financial year audit outcomes. The department is led by MEC Basikopo Makamu. The hearing forms part of SCOPA’s oversight role to scrutinise audit findings, assess financial management, and ensure accountability for the use of public funds within the department.

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA), chaired by Esther Mosebudi Mokoele

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

has today, the 8th March 2026 together with other Members of the Legislature, joined the community of Maruleng Municipality in celebrating and observing the International Women’s Day at Enable Community Hall in the Mopani District of Limpopo. The International Women’s Day is celebrated on 8th March, commemorating women’s fight for equality and liberation. International Women’s Day gives focus to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, violence and abuse against women.

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

arrived for a briefing session at Butswana Community Hall in Butswana Village, in the Maruleng Municipality of Mopani District ahead of the International Women’s Day celebrations, to be held at Enable Community Hall..

The Speaker of Limpopo Legislature, Honourable Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje

attends the Premier’s 2026 Golf Prize Giving Networking Dinner at Euphoria Golf Estate.

Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba delivers the 2026 State of the Province Address presided over by Hon. Speaker Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje, at the Jack Botes Hall

Guests include Minister Maropene Ramokgopha responsible for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation in the Presidency, former Premier and Deputy Minister for Rural Development, Mr Chupu Mathabatha, Deputy Ministers Dr Dickson Masemola and Ms Thandi Moraka, Queen of Bapedi Nation Her Majesty Manyaku Thulare, and His Grace the Right Reverend Dr BE Lekganyane of the ZCC church.

Speaker Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje and Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela today

led a focused dry run session alongside Premier Hon Dr Phophi Ramathuba in preparation for the upcoming State of the Province Address which is taking place tomorrow 5th, March 2026, Jack Botes Hall at 10:00. Stay tuned for all updates and livestreams.

The Limpopo Provincial Legislature delegation, led by the Speaker Hon Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje and Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela

paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the Premier of Limpopo , Hon. Dr. Phophi Ramathuba for a briefing on the state of readiness for the upcoming State of the Province Address (SOPA). The address is scheduled to take place on the 5th of March at Jack Botes Hall, where all logistics, security, protocol and programme arrangements were presented and confirmed to be on track. The engagement reaffirmed the Legislature’s commitment to ensuring a seamless and dignified SOPA, reflective of the aspirations and priorities of the people of Limpopo.

The Limpopo Provincial Legislature delegation, led by the Speaker Hon Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje and Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela

The Secretary of the Limpopo Legislature Dr Maake M.T together with Deputy secretary Ms Kgomo DL

officially introduced newly appointed employees and also acknowledged the staff promotion. The Secretary encouraged the newly employees to work hard in order to carry the mandate of the institution forward.

Today, Wednesday 25th February 2026, the Portfolio Committee on Public Administration led by its Chairperson, Hon. Phokane M.J

held a public hearing for the Public Service Commission Bill [B 30—2023] at Makhado Show Ground, in the Vhembe District of Limpopo. The Public Service Commission Bill aims to strengthen the PSC’s independence, mandate, and authority. It establishes a dedicated secretariat, extends oversight to local government and public entities, and reinforces the PSC as a Chapter 9 constitutional institution reporting to Parliament.

Today, Wednesday 25th February 2026, the Portfolio Committee on Public Administration led by its Chairperson, Hon. Phokane M.J

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Public Administration

Hon. Phokane Choris presided over the public hearings on the Public Service Commission Bill at the OR Tambo Hall in Modimolle, Waterberg district.

The Speaker of Limpopo Legislature Hon Dr. Makoma Makhurupetje together with the Deputy Speaker of Hon Tebogo Mamorobela

attending the Armed Forces Day commemorations in Venda, honouring the bravery, discipline and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform who continue to serve and protect our nation.

The Limpopo Legislature Standing Committee on Disaster and Pandemic, led by the Chairperson Hon. Shai S

today concluded a three-day joint oversight visit at the Blouberg Local Municipality. During the visit the Members received a comprehensive briefing from the Capricorn District Disaster Management Centre on the impact of the recent severe storms and flooding. The further conducted site inspections in affected areas including Nairn, Sefihlampya, Radimang.

Group One of the Joint Committees of the Limpopo Legislature has today conducted oversight visits to the Bela-Bela Local Municipality and the Modimolle-Mookgophong Local Municipality

within the Waterberg District Municipality, following recent floods that severely affected the district. The district experienced significant flooding, resulting in extensive damage to critical municipal infrastructure. The affected infrastructure includes roads, stormwater drainage systems, sanitation facilities, low-level bridges, and residential properties. The purpose of the oversight visit is to assess the full extent of the damage, evaluate the response measures undertaken by the municipalities and relevant government departments, and determine the necessary interventions required to restore essential services and provide support to affected communities.

The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA)

chaired by Hon. Mokoele ME, held a public hearing with the Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure with Road Agency Limpopo (RAL) on questions regarding its performance information for the year ended 31 March 2025.

The Portfolio Committee on Disaster and Pandemic has today conducted joint oversight visits with Health , Education , Public Works ,Roads and Infrastructure and Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs committees

at Mopani District Municipality following the devastating floods and storms that hit the area during the recent rains. The aim of the oversight was to assess the damage caused by the severe weather storms . The joint Committees first met with the Management of Greater Tzaneen Municipality for a briefing on the impact of the floods. During the visit , Members visited the schools and families where infrastructure was destroyed by floods.

The Deputy Speaker of the Limpopo Provincial Legislature, Hon. Tebogo Mamorobela, together with the Premier of Limpopo and the Chief Whip, are attending the SONA Debate

currently taking place in Cape Town at the Parliament of the Republic of South Africa Dome.Their presence reflects a united provincial leadership committed to engaging on matters of national importance, strengthening cooperative governance, and ensuring that the voice and interests of Limpopo are represented in national discussions. #BuildingLimpopoTogether #7thAdministration 🇿🇦

Limpopo Legislature Speaker Hon Dr Makoma Makhurupetje

Deputy Speaker Hon Tebogo Mamorobela, Hon Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba are in attendance of the 2026 State of the Nation Address in Cape Town