SEBOKENG – They patrol their neighborhood each night to keep their families and neighbors safe. And as a way to show them gratitude, a group of women catered to and spoiled them rotten.
About 20 male patrollers in Ward 42, Zone 7 we spoiled for choice as they celebrated their Father’s Day. This is R20 contributions were collected from each household to make their special day possible.
Cooking them seven colors as known in ekasi, the men were tendered during their Sunday lunch under a breeze-blowing tree shade.
Speaking to Sedibeng Ster, Nombulelo ‘Lelo’ Jamekwane said “We felt the need to celebrate these men as a way to show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication. As the community, we believe that if they were not there to keep us safe, our lives would be in danger.”
Lelo said after the luncheon, the older fathers took the opportunity to advise young men and women about life.
“Several conversations were talked about during the engagement after the feasting. Relationships, life in general, and education, among other topics, were discussed. The oldest generation took the center stage and blessed us with pieces of advice on how to approach life as we grow,” she said.
One of the elders, Mongezi Kgamncwane told the paper how they enjoyed their surprise lunch.
“We were really blown away and want to thank our female counterparts for the well-cooked and prepared luncheon. Such unity builds the community into a family. This gesture will lead us to the streets without thinking twice even in this cold,” said Baba Kgamncwane jokingly.
Meanwhile, the same ward spent their youth day in style. They catered for a family day, where young people played different indigenous games. Before the activities, the ekasi took to the streets and cleaned a dumping site, turning it into a park.
