The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
02/08/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/08/2026 04:28
Deputy Minister Mhlauli to participate in land reform and communal property associations engagements in the Free State
The Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, will join the Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Mzwanele Nyhontso, in two important engagements with land reform stakeholders in the Free State. These engagements form part of government's ongoing efforts to accelerate land reform, strengthen tenure security, and support beneficiaries towards sustainable land use and inclusive rural development.
1. ENGAGEMENT WITH LAND REFORM BENEFICIARIES AND TITLE DEEDS HANDOVER
The first programme will focus on direct engagement with land reform beneficiaries, highlighting progress made, addressing challenges, and reinforcing government's commitment to restoring land rights. The programme will also include the handover of title deeds to beneficiaries.
Details are as follows:
Date: Monday, 9 February 2026
Time: 09:00 - 16:30
Venue: Loft Conference Centre, Bethlehem, Free State
The Deputy Minister will deliver remarks during the programme and participate in engagements with beneficiaries and stakeholders.
2. ENGAGEMENT WITH COMMUNAL PROPERTY ASSOCIATIONS (CPAs)
The second programme will focus on strengthening governance, accountability, and sustainability of Communal Property Associations. The engagement provides a platform for CPAs to present their experiences, challenges, and opportunities in managing communal land for the benefit of communities.
Details are as follows:
Date: Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Time: 09:00 - 16:30
Venue: Lavender Hill Country Estate, Bethlehem, Free State
These engagements reaffirm government's commitment to meaningful land reform, improved rural livelihoods, and ensuring that land reform beneficiaries and communal institutions are empowered, supported, and sustainable.
Members of the media are invited to cover both programmes.
Media enquiries: Ms Mandisa Mbele, Office of the Deputy Minister in The Presidency, on 082 580 2213 or [email protected]
Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria
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