Church donates land for to build a school in Dannhauser

Sounds of jubilation were in the air when Nyazi Lwezulu, the leader of the Nazareth Baptist Church, generously donated a piece of land to the Dannhauser Municipality for the construction of a high school in Skhobhareni (Ward 1).

Dannhauser Mayor, Cllr BA Radebe.

Khwezilokusa Qhawekazi Hlongwane of the Dannhauser municipality’s communications department, the ‘momentous occasion’ marked the culmination of years of tireless efforts by the community to secure adequate land for a much-needed high school.

“For years, parents have had to bear the burden of exorbitant fees to ensure that their children attend high school, highlighting the urgent need for a local educational facility. The municipality, led by the Mayor, Ward Councillors, and the Department of Education, has been engaged in persistent negotiations with various stakeholders to unlock this development,” she said.

Qhawekazi stated the successful negotiation with the Nazareth Baptist Church to donate land for educational purposes was a testament to the collaborative efforts of all parties involved.

The donation handover ceremony was attended by uNyazi LweZulu, Dannhauser Mayor Cllr BA Radebe, Cllr Mkhumane, Cllr Ngcane, Former Mayor Honourable Jabu Khumalo, Municipal Officials, and representatives from the Department of Education.

“The Municipality extends its deepest gratitude to uNyazi LweZulu for prioritising the interests of the Dannhauser community. In a nod to Nyazi LweZulu’s wishes, the school will be named after his father, Dr. Shembe, serving as a lasting tribute to his legacy,” she concluded.