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Dear Ntswane Village Community, You are kindly requested to visit the office to update your personal information. This includes any changes to your phone number, email address, and stand number. Please bring along your stand papers when you come. If you would like to add a beneficiary, please bring a copy of the beneficiary’s ID. Your cooperation will help us keep our records accurate and up to date. Thank you.

Dear Ntswane Village Community, You are kindly requested to visit the office to update your personal information. This includes any changes to your phone number, email address, and stand number. Please bring along your stand papers when you come. If you would like to add a beneficiary, please bring a copy of the beneficiary’s ID. Your cooperation will help us keep our records accurate and up to date. Thank you.

NTSWANE VILLAGE COMMUNITY MEETING MINUTES — 2026 Opening • Opening Prayer • Greetings by Mr Molapo AGENDA ITEMS 1. Water Crisis • Residents must understand it is their collective responsibility to manage and protect the water supply. • Mr Malebe provided the history of the water situation dating back to 2020. • Ntswane Village has 8 boreholes — sufficient to supply the entire village. • It was discovered that certain individuals have been supplying water without the knowledge or authorisation of the office. Resolutions & Solutions: • A borehole service has been consulted to conduct water testing to confirm safety for human consumption. • Water testing is scheduled for between Wednesday and Thursday. • The office will push for every residential yard to have a direct water supply. 2. School Transport • Mr Malebe shared the background and history of the transport challenge facing learners. • The office has been pooling funds to assist with school transport costs. • An agreement was reached for the office to meet parents halfway on transport fees. • Challenge: A number of parents are currently not paying their share of the transport fees. 3. Roads • Road repairs are costly due to the extensive work required given the current condition of the roads. • A previous road project could not be completed due to insufficient funds. • The office has arranged a TLB to continue road construction. • Road works cannot proceed during rainy conditions. • The road project has been postponed to May due to ongoing rains. • The community will be informed if any issues arise during road construction. 4. Communication Platform • A community website has been created to keep Ntswane residents informed. • The office will regularly post updates and information on the website. • The website link will be shared via the community WhatsApp group. 5. Security • Mr Malebe highlighted challenges with criminals stripping stolen cars within Ntswane Village, damaging the community's reputation. • A dedicated patrol unit has been deployed to address this problem. 6. Political Party & Elections • The office has formulated a new political party which is in the process of being formalised. • The party will contest Ward 70 elections. • The party — RESIDENCE DEVELOPMENT — will be community-based and supported by Ntswane Village residents. • Mr Malebe appealed to residents not to support existing parties, citing their lack of genuine community interest. • Further party details will be communicated via the WhatsApp group. COMMUNITY QUESTIONS, SUGGESTIONS & CONCERNS Roads: • Residents suggested a connecting road be built to link Ntswane to the main road for easier entry and exit. • The road structure and planning should be properly mapped out and improved. • Road repairs requested specifically in Phase 2 of the village. Water: • Certain sections of the village have no water supply — urgent attention needed. • Residents requested that water supply be restored to how it was previously. • Suggestion: Waterboys to supply JoJo tanks to residents at a reasonable price. • Suggestion: A reservoir be considered as a long-term water supply solution. • There is a JoJo tank uphill that has been empty for 2 months. • Waterboys apologised for supplying residents without the office's knowledge and requested a formal go-ahead on how to proceed. Security: • Residents requested the patrol unit extend coverage to additional phases due to ongoing theft. • Residents requested whistles be provided to households as a safety measure. Stands & Land: • The situation of unoccupied stands should be resolved. • Vacant stands whose owners are unresponsive should be reassigned to willing residents. • Stand numbers should be formally issued to all residents. • New residential areas should be demarcated to accommodate more residents. Contributions & Finance: • Residents asked for clarity on who will be contributing the R50 monthly fee. • A request was made to appoint designated people per section to collect contributions. Transport: • Residents requested the office engage with a taxi association. • Ntswane residents should be prioritised in any transport arrangements. Public Facilities & Environment: • Public toilets are not being maintained by the community. • Illegal dumping in the village must be addressed. Office Structure: • There is only ONE office in Ntswane Village. • Residents suggested using an already established political party rather than forming a new one. OFFICIAL RESPONSES FROM THE OFFICE Roads: • The road-linking suggestion was already part of the office's plans but could not proceed due to high costs. • The method for road repair will be revised to find a more cost-effective approach. • Roads remain a top priority for the office. • The existing road structure cannot be changed as it follows a strategic plan. • The TLB will be used to address road complaints — residents are encouraged to submit specific complaints to the office. Water: • The office is open to external assistance with the water situation. • Water is a top priority — plans are in place to pump from existing boreholes. • Materials will be procured this coming week to address the water situation. • Water quality testing will be conducted this week before supply resumes. • Monthly contributions of R50 per resident will support the water and security budget. • The previous solar-powered system failed — the office will revert to a petrol-based solution funded by contributions. • The office will cover material costs this month; from next month, community contributions will fund operations. • JoJo tanks will be supplied to sections that currently have none. • Waterboys' operations will be formally inspected; the long-term goal is to supply water free of charge. • The reservoir suggestion will be considered — the office is open to ideas and advice. Security: • The village previously had 10 patrollers — the patrol unit will be reviewed. • Owners of unoccupied stands have been contacted; stands will be reassigned if owners do not respond. • New residents will be accommodated in areas where space is available. Transport: • The office acknowledges the difficult transport conditions faced by residents. • Mr Malebe provided clarity on the history of challenges faced with taxi associations. • PRS were invited to hear transport concerns firsthand and report back to their offices. Offices in Ntswane: • There is only ONE office in Ntswane Village. Dumping: • The office will address the dumping problem. CONCLUSION & ACTION POINTS • The digging group previously contracted will be called back to resume work on Tuesday. • The water crisis is being actively addressed with immediate effect. • The office engaged with the former Ward 70 representative, who noted he was selected by an outside group. • Mr Malebe appealed to the community not to support existing parties, citing their failure to serve community interests. • Mr Malebe requested community support for the new political party: RESIDENCE DEVELOPMENT. • Full details of the party will be communicated via the WhatsApp group.