Women were encouraged to move beyond conversations about empowerment and take meaningful steps towards economic participation, entrepreneurship and leadership during the District Women’s Empowerment Seminar held on 28 August 2026. Representing the Executive Mayor of Capricorn District Municipality, Cllr Mamedupi Teffo, the Member of the Mayoral Committee responsible for Local …
Read More »MAGOSHI APPLAUD EXECUTIVE MAYOR FOR ACCOUNTABLE LEADERSHIP
The Capricorn District Municipality District Magoshi Forum, held on 27 August 2026 at the Landmark Hotel, brought together traditional leaders to engage with Executive Mayor Cllr Mamedupi Teffo on matters affecting communities across the district. Magoshi, through the Chairperson of the District House of Traditional Leaders, Kgoshi Kgabo III, applauded …
Read More »WATER SUPPLY PROJECTS HANDED OVER IN ZEBEDIELA
On 26 August 2026, Capricorn District Municipality (CDM) officially handed over two water supply projects in Zebediela under Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality, marking another important step towards improving access to reliable and sustainable water services for communities. The handover was led by Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) responsible for Infrastructure …
Read More »EXECUTIVE MAYOR VISITS BEREAVED FAMILIES IN MASHASHANE
On 26 August 2026, the Executive Mayor of Capricorn District Municipality, Cllr Mamedupi Teffo, visited bereaved families in Diana and Jupiter villages in the Mashashane area, under Polokwane Local Municipality, following the tragic road accident that claimed the lives of learners. The visit was aimed at conveying the Municipality’s heartfelt …
Read More »WATER IS LIFE: GA-BROEKMAN PROJECT SITE HANDED OVER
Water is life, and Capricorn District Municipality (CDM) continues to prioritise access to reliable, sustainable water supply for communities across the district. On 25 August 2026, the official site handover of the Ga-Broekman Water Supply Project took place in Broekman Village under Blouberg Local Municipality, with MMC for Infrastructure Services, …
Read More »“WHEN YOU EMPOWER A WOMAN, YOU ARE NOT DOING HER A FAVOUR”
“When you empower a woman, you are not doing her a favour. You’re addressing injustices of the past.” — Executive Mayor Cllr Mamedupi Teffo. These powerful words set the tone at the UNISA North Eastern Region Women’s Month Celebration, held on 24 August 2026 under the theme “Celebrating Women: Rights, …
Read More »EXECUTIVE MAYOR TEFFO CALLS ON WOMEN TO LEAD AND EMPOWER OTHERS
On 18 August 2026, Capricorn District Municipality Executive Mayor Cllr Mamedupi Teffo called on women to continue taking their rightful place in leadership, business and community development, while creating opportunities for the next generation. Delivering the keynote address at the 2026 District Women’s Dialogue, Mayor Teffo recognised the valuable contribution …
Read More »CDM EMBARKED ON COMMUNITY RADIO AWARENESS CAMPAIGN
On 17 August 2026, Capricorn District Municipality (CDM) embarked on a community radio awareness campaign aimed at bringing important municipal information closer to residents while promoting safer, healthier and more responsible communities across the district. The campaign focused on key issues including disaster management, fire and emergency services, municipal health, …
Read More »MAFEFE INTEGRATED HEALTH SCREENING PROGRAMME LAUNCHED
On 17 August 2026, the National Department of Health officially launched the Integrated Health Screening Programme in Mafefe Village, marking an important step towards addressing the long-term health risks associated with asbestos exposure in the community. Mafefe had faced health risks linked to abandoned asbestos mines, with communities exposed to …
Read More »EXECUTIVE MAYOR ENGAGES SAMWU MEMBERS ON WORKPLACE RELATIONS AND SERVICE DELIVERY
On 17 August 2026, Executive Mayor Cllr Mamedupi Teffo engaged members of the South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU) at Capricorn District Municipality, calling for continued cooperation, professionalism and teamwork as the current Council term draws to a close. Cllr Teffo thanked employees for their dedication and contribution to the …
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