Gauteng traditional leader crowned in Germiston
By the Royal Manala Makerana Traditional Council's approval, uNdabezitha Rachel Mlambo was formally crowned under the Mabhedla Royal House to act as a traditional leader for the people of South and Eastern Gauteng.
The Royal Mabhedla Kingdom Imbizo was hosted on April 4 at the Germiston Lapa.
With the Royal Manala Makerana Traditional Council’s approval, they crowned uNdabezitha Rachel Mlambo, under the Mabhedla Royal House to act as a traditional leader for the people of Gauteng east and south.
The event had guests from Royal Kingdoms, traditional organisations, government entities, private entities and community leaders.
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Prince Mongezi Tom, the provincial secretary of Gauteng for the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa (Contralesa), said Mabhedla Royal leadership aims to create a royal house that benefits its society using socio-economic development and community development initiatives.
“Across the country, only Gauteng and Western Cape are without royal houses. We are engaging with the Gauteng premier to establish a royal house in the province,” said Tom.
“Chiefs in the urban areas have the challenge of land and Gauteng is regarded as a no man’s land. It makes it difficult for traditional leaders to be recognised in their respective towns.
“We have collaborated with several government departments to identify solutions that impact communities,” said Toms.
