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Officials visit Diepsloot again

The officials are there to unpack the townshi[p economy bill for residents and local SMMEs.

Gauteng Premier David Makhura and MEC for Roads and Transport Jacob Mamabolo visited the community of Diesploot on April 12.

The officials organised a meeting at the Diepsloot Youth Centre to engage with residents as part of the community Ntirhisano Programme. This follows after week-long protests took place in the area last week.

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The community gathered at the Diepsloot Youth Centre. Photo: Nduduzo Nxumalo

According to the premier’s spokesperson, Vuyo Mhaga, the purpose of the meeting was to unpack the township economy bill for Diepsloot residents and local SMMEs.

Vuyo Mhaga addresses the public. Photo: Nduduzo Nxumalo

Members of the community came out in their numbers to hear what government has to say to address the issue of the high rate of unemployment in the area.

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Itumeleng Komana

Itumeleng Komana is a multimedia journalist with five years Digital experience. She covers a variety of topics, creates content for various Caxton Joburg North sites, and oversees their social media accounts.

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