Gogo overjoyed with home’s revamp as part of Mandela month
Lekwadu’s RDP house was burnt back in 2019.
BURGERSFORT – The days of Gogo Philistas Lekwadu (87) from Mashamothane Village staying in a damaged and dilapidated RDP house are a thing of the past.
As part of Mandela Month celebrations, Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality’s Ward 25 councillor, Tshepo Makutu, members of the Kaizer Chiefs Tubatse branch, players from a local soccer team (Mosebu FC ) and other stakeholders renovated the gogo’s house from July 17 to 22.
Lekwadu’s RDP house was burnt back in 2019.
She had been staying in the damaged home ever since. The volunteers fixed and cleaned the yard and also gave her some groceries.
Japhta “Dimo” Phala of the Kaizer Chiefs Tubatse branch said they felt a need to give back to Lekwadu.
“Mandela devoted his time to the little ones and the elderly, which is the reason we decided to assist Gogo Lekwadu.
“We need to thank Makutu for organising the renovations and for ensuring that we give back to this old lady.”
Lekwadu was thankful after her house had been revamped.
“I am very happy for what you have done for me. My house was cold during the winter nights. Thanks to everyone who participated in the renovation project.”
