Andile Moshoeshoe 

HARRY Gwala District Municipality mayor Zamo Nxumalo spent his 67 minutes performing community services in honour of South Africa’s first democratically elected president, Nelson Mandela.

In a heartfelt demonstration of leadership, Nxumalo visited the home of Thandi Ntombela (82), where he spearheaded a comprehensive refurbishment programme aimed at restoring the dignity of Ntombela’s living environment.

The intervention included cleaning the property, repairing and restoring electrical connections, plastering and repainting the walls, and undertaking general improvements to enhance the overall condition of the home.

Extending the spirit of compassion beyond infrastructure, Nxumalo also presented school uniform vouchers to children from the household, reaffirming the municipality’s commitment to supporting vulnerable families and ensuring that young learners can pursue their education with confidence, pride and dignity.

The initiative reflected the enduring values championed by Mandela throughout his life of selfless service, compassion, social justice and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others.