Agricultural Colleges in the North West province
24 January 2006
The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Environment seconded Mr
Richard Serage the office Manager in the office of the Acting Deputy
Director-General as a care-taker Principal for the Agricultural Colleges in the
North West province with effect from Wednesday, 1 February 2006.
This is an acting position and is to ensure that the smooth and effective
running of the college is administered without any hindrance after the
departure of the Principal Mr Jan Louis Venter. Mr Venter has been offered a
position within the Agricultural Sector in the Free State province hence he
requested to be released from his current duties.
Mr Serage is a former staff member of from Potchefstroom College and was
responsible for student affairs at Potchefstroom College. His expertise was
seen relevant within the department to enhance the daily business of colleges
whilst the filling of the post is receiving attention.
"I wish the Mr Serage well in his acting position and hope that he will
receive unequivocal support from staff and students; as his credentials within
the Agriculture has shown that he has the interests of the sector," Mayisela
said.
This should be seen as part of the process to uphold to the excellence
within the Agricultural Sector also to benefit the future Agriculturists to
continue to develop and sustain agriculture as economically viable to create
jobs and alleviate poverty. The MEC also wishes Mr Venter well in his
endeavoured career.
Enquiries:
Motlapula Rosho
Tel: (018) 389 5768
Cell: 082 806 7326
Issued by: Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Environment
24 January 2006
Source: North West Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Environment
(http://www.nwdace.gov.za)
