Youth Lead Moral Regeneration
December 2008

“A Substance Abuse-free, HIV\AIDS-free and Crime-free Generation Starts With Me”:
This was the theme of the moral regeneration event hosted by the Greater Westonaria Association of Youth Clubs (GWAYC), held on 7 November 2008, at the Paul Nell Hall in Bekkersdal. [ Read more ]

BRP Local Economic Development Progress
December 2008

Sustainable Local Economic Development: The Bekkersdal Renewal Project (BRP) focuses on local economic development (LED) projects in an effort to diversify the local economy of Bekkersdal. This is in line with the BRP objectives of poverty alleviation and job creation. [ Read more ]

BRP Teams Make a Clean Sweep
December 2008

The Bekkersdal Renewal Project’s sports teams triumphed at the BRP awards show held at Bekkersdal Development Hub (BDH) on 5 November 2008. The Award Ceremony was a culmination of the three-day sports festival aimed at increasing the awareness of violence against women and children, as part of the National 16 Days of Activism Campaign. [ Read more ]

Isiqalo Primary School
December 2008

The Isiqalo Primary School was formed in 1990. In the beginning the school only catered for grades 1 to 4. In 1991 the school expanded to include grades 5 to 7. The current School Principal is Mr Ngubane. . The languages used for teaching at the school are Xhosa, Sotho and English. [ Read more ]

Seatile Primary School
December 2008

The Seatile Primary School in Bekkersdal was formed 30 years ago. Mrs Mabena is the current Principal of the primary school. The languages used for teaching at the school are Setswana and English. [ Read more ]

Life Begins at 50!
November 2008

Self-discipline, drive, dedication, perseverance and having a dream can take you a long way. Against all odds, John Mathebula, a 50 year old photographer and a communications intern of the Bekkersdal Renewal Project, has made it. He made a point of taking the first step instead of waiting for someone else to come up with a plan for him. [ Read more ]

The People Speak at Bekkersdal Imbizo
November 2008

A government Imbizo or community meeting was held in Bekkersdal on 6 November 2008, to highlight government milestones and listen to the people’s views and grievances. A high profile government delegation attended the Imbizo, made up of the Gauteng MEC for Health Mr Brian Hlongwa, the Gauteng MEC for Local Government... [ Read more ]

Bekkersdal Mourns the Death of the Late Isaac (Bra Inch) Legodi
November 2008

Grieving and tribute united the community of Bekkersdal at the memorial service of Isaac (Bra Inch) Legodi, who died on 17 November 2008 at Leratong Hospital. The memorial service was held at Paul Nell Hall on 20 November. [ Read more ]

Uncovering the Truth About Abuse
November 2008

The Bekkersdal Development Hub was the scene of many community activities during the national Sixteen Days of Activism Campaign. The campaign, which took place from 25 November to 10 December, aims to promote awareness about the abuse of women and children. [ Read more ]

Empowering the Fairer Sex
October 2008

Women from all walks of life converged at the Bekkersdal Development Hub on 08 August to celebrate women’s month. The main aim of the gathering was to empower women who intend to start or grow their small to medium enterprises. This is in line with Department of Housing‘s plan to revitalize local economies through Urban Renewal Projects. [ Read more ]

Career Exhibition for Local High Schools
October 2008

Learners from high schools around the Westonaria Local Municipality gathered at the Bekkersdal Development Hub on 14 August 2008 for motivation and inspiration in an event organized by the Bekkersdal Renewal Project, Department of Labour, Department of Housing, University of Johannesburg and ESKOM.
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Tribute to our Crusaders
October 2008

A shrine unveiling event was held on the 27th September at the Bekkersdal Development Hub (BDH), hosted by the Bekkersdal Renewal Project (BRP). The aim of the function was to pay homage to lives lost in the struggle against political oppression, the scourge of HIV/AIDS and mining disasters.
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