Bronze bust in honour of Limpopo Judge President

Members of the legal fraternity came out in their numbers to witness the unveiling of a bronze bust of Ephraim Makgoba, the first Judge President of the Limpopo High Court during a ceremony last Thursday.
Makgoba, who was described by all the speakers as a hard working individual who does enormous, extraordinary and exceptional things, was honoured by the Pretoria Society of Advocates with a bust put up in the reception area of the Limpopo High Court. It was revealed that the bust was commissioned to recognise and honour legal practitioners who always strive for excellence in their fields and is anticipated to motivate employees at the court to reach for the stars and carry out their duties to the best of their abilities.

Polokwane Society of Advocates chairperson William Mokhari indicated that it could have been their responsibility to honour Makgoba and reiterated that the Pretoria Society of Advocates lifted the burden from their shoulders. He further said the society had some shortcomings but Makgoba always made it a point that the hindrances get resolved. Makgoba started the Limpopo High Court administration from scratch and he is doing a great job, Mokhari explained and added that Makgoba has the interests of the people at heart.
Transport and Community Safety MEC Dickson Masemola stated: “This is one of the rare occasions in the province and I would like to congratulate Makgoba for earning such a magnificent prize. The sculpture was prepared carefully to depict your hard work and commitment in the legal fraternity and we wish you all the best in your work and future endeavours.”
When responding to what has been said about him, Makgoba shed tears of joy and highlighted that the sculpture came as a surprise as he was not aware that his work and contribution to the law society was recognised to such extent. He further joked that he would be retiring in the next two or three years and requested to take the bust with him.
“The bronze bust will push me to work even harder. This is a great gesture which I appreciate so much. I would like to thank the Pretoria Society of Advocates for this amazing artwork, it really means a lot to me. My colleagues and family have been supportive in the work I do and I would like to thank each and every one of you, “Makgoba explained.

Story: ENDY SENYATSI
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