On 10 March 2014, the Western Cape Human Settlements MEC Bonginkosi Madikizela handed over 151 title deeds to beneficiaries in Delft main civic hall.
Among the title deeds recipients was Mr Joseph Abraham, 80 years old. The title deeds transfer is part of the Human Settlements Department strategy to instill a sense of ownership and responsibility amongst housing beneficiaries. Out of 151 title deeds handed over, of which consist of 41 for pensioners and 110 for non-pensioners.
The department has over the years spent an amount of over R16 Million on the application of the EEDBS (Enhanced Extended Discount Benefit Scheme) in trying to transfer tittle deeds to beneficiaries.
MEC Madikizela made it clear that old citizens must be give first preference and be looked after. MEC Madikizela closed his address by pleading with beneficiaries to please hold on to their title deeds, because it is an investment.
Enquiries:
Zalisile Mbali, Spokesperson
Tel: 021 483 4798
Cell: 083 579 8554
E-mail: zalisile.mbali@westerncape.gov.za
