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25/07/2025

A Ray of Hope for the Mathebula Family: MEC Susana Violet Mathye's Intervention*



In the midst of tragedy and hardship, a glimmer of hope has emerged for the Mathebula family in Bela Bela. The family, consisting of 8 children, aged between 24 and younger, has been living in a shack in an informal settlement after their father's violent demise and their mother's subsequent struggle with depression.



The family's story is one of sorrow and resilience. After the father's affair with someone else ended in tragedy, the mother was taken to a hospice in Mokopane four years ago, leaving the children to fend for themselves. Despite their struggles, the children have held on to hope for a better life.



The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety, led by MEC Susana Violet Mathye, has stepped in to offer support. The mayor of Bela Bela, Cllr Gloria Seleka, has undertaken to provide the family with an RDP house as soon as the area is fully developed by COGHSTA. Additionally, the department collected donations for the family, including non-perishable food, clothes, sanitary pads, and mattresses. The Department of Correctional Services donated vegetables from their facilities in the area and seedlings for the family to grow their own vegetables.



The department's intervention is part of its ongoing activities to honor Nelson Mandela's legacy. On July 23, 2025, the department commemorated Mandela Day in Bela Bela town with a 67-minute service initiative. The celebration brought together key stakeholders from local municipalities, SAPS, Correctional Services, and other transport sector stakeholders. Activities included donating groceries and sleeping mattresses to the Mathebula family, planting vegetables, and renovating their residence.

Get a full story inside the L magazine ediion 32

25/07/2025

67 minutes of love and kindness still continues. The annual International Nelson Mandela Day celebrated even after 18 July with a series of engagements at Lebu Village, Lephalale Local Municipality in the Waterberg District Municipality.
400 learners receive school shoes and hygiene packs and more community impactful services delivered by Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba, joined by Deputy Minister of DIRCO Ms Thandi Moraka, H.E Ambassador Dong-han Yang of South Korea, Executive Mayor of Waterberg District and other delegate

A full story to follow inside edition 32 of the L magazine.

12/07/2025

In case you missed it! This in page 2

EntreprenHer Program works to implify the presence of women in the media, not just as professionals but as leaders and owners who shape the narrative and drive innovation.

The 2025 EntreprenHer Programe Cohort includes:
1. Boitumulo Makgobotloane- Magazine and newspaper publisher.
2. Dzudzi Netshisaulu-Online newspaper publisher.
3. Irma Titus- Journalist and Founder of the Purple House.
4. Maggie Malatji- Publisher of the L magazine.
5. Matohlang Zwane-Now Africa Talks Media Company.
6. Mmanoke Shabangu- Events and Marketing Specialist.
7. Mokgadi Maponya- Monake Media Creative Agency.
8 Nosipho Mahlanyane- Founder of Kisima Radio.
9. Réne Sparks- Social Justice and Health.
10. Unathi Twala- Founder of Ntiga Africa Media.

10/07/2025

*Neoheights Aviation Airline Group*, takes centre stage during the Ministers official launch of Sekhukhune TVET Entrepreneurial Rapid Incubator.

Neo Makgale, founder and CEO of *Neoheights Aviation Airline Group* is redefining the skies as she takes a bold leap into the commercial aviation sector. Originally from Lebowakgomo, the 42-year-old aviation entrepreneur has successfully transitioned from operating private jets and cargo logistics to launching and entering international commercial airline services.

Having built her company over a decade, Makgale has expanded operations to over 80 destinations across countries including Korea, Australia, Japan, Canada, and the United States. “Our initial focus was on time-sensitive, province-to-province cargo and business travel for executives and private persons .With growing demand, we’ve evolved into commercial aviation while maintaining our core of efficient, tailored transport,” she said.

During her engagement with the Minister for Small Business Development Stella Thembisa Ndabeni, Makgale emphasized the power of partnerships:

“We’re engaging both the public and private sectors to grow our network. This event allows us to connect with new stakeholders and fuel further growth.”

*Neoheights Aviation* is among the standout participants at the SMME Consultative Meeting and the official launching of Sekhukhune TVET Rapid Incubator Centre launch hosted by the Minister of Small Business Development, Ms. Stella Thembisa Ndabeni. This was the second leg of the ministers event in Sekhukhune in one day after having hosted SMMes and informal traders, spaza shops and vendors at the Sekhukhune TVET College Centre for Entrepreneurs earlier in the day.

The newly launched Entrepreneurial Rapid Incubator serves as a key vehicle platform for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in and around Sekhukhune.

more and other details of the article inside edition 32 of the L magazine.

06/07/2025

The Premier of Limpopo Dr Phophi Ramathuba handed over the Smart Card ID to Koko Makoto Maenetja in Mojeteng Village in Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality.
These unfolded with the handing over of a brand new wheelchair which is a gift for Mandela Month.

21/12/2024

Festive Season message from the Honourable Premier of Limpopo Province Dr Phophi Ramathuba to all residents and visitors of Limpopo Province.

13/12/2024

Dignitaries attending the Official Hand-over of the Earth Science Building at the University of Limpopo.

21/11/2024

Dear Readers, we bring you another fun edition of the L magazine. We are excited to feature Ntshikiwane Raphesu, the phenomenal music sensation. We hope that you indulge as you read her article and more in this edition. And as you go through other pages of this magazine we hope that you feel connected to the rest.
Cheers!

08/11/2024

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