Working together for a better Emalahleni
Momentum is building in Emalahleni as Seriti Power hands over two much-needed service delivery vehicles, a waste compactor truck, and a water tanker, to the Emalahleni Local Municipality.
The donation, made on June 27, forms part of Seriti's ongoing Social and Labour Plan commitments, aimed at empowering municipalities and uplifting local communities.
The day's programme began with a symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony on Walter Sisulu Road, which Seriti will soon refurbish as part of its broader infrastructure development plans. The formal handover event then took place at Klarinet Extension 3 Community Hall.
Speaking at the event, Executive Mayor Clr Vusi Nhlapho expressed appreciation for Seriti's continued investment in the municipality's development.
'We thank Seriti for continuing to invest in the well-being of our communities,' said Nhlpaho. 'We call on all stakeholders within and around Emalahleni to collaborate with the municipality in strengthening and accelerating service delivery.'
The day concluded at Coronation Secondary School in Klarinet, where tech company Ikeja proudly unveiled free WiFi infrastructure.
The initiative is aimed at enhancing learners' access to digital resources and creating a more conducive learning environment.
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Working together for a better Emalahleni
Working together for a better Emalahleni Momentum is building in Emalahleni as Seriti Power hands over two much-needed service delivery vehicles, a waste compactor truck, and a water tanker, to the Emalahleni Local Municipality. The donation, made on June 27, forms part of Seriti's ongoing Social and Labour Plan commitments, aimed at empowering municipalities and uplifting local communities. The day's programme began with a symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony on Walter Sisulu Road, which Seriti will soon refurbish as part of its broader infrastructure development plans. The formal handover event then took place at Klarinet Extension 3 Community Hall. Speaking at the event, Executive Mayor Clr Vusi Nhlapho expressed appreciation for Seriti's continued investment in the municipality's development. 'We thank Seriti for continuing to invest in the well-being of our communities,' said Nhlpaho. 'We call on all stakeholders within and around Emalahleni to collaborate with the municipality in strengthening and accelerating service delivery.' The day concluded at Coronation Secondary School in Klarinet, where tech company Ikeja proudly unveiled free WiFi infrastructure. The initiative is aimed at enhancing learners' access to digital resources and creating a more conducive learning environment. Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: [email protected] At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
