The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development will host the launch of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Housing Assistance Regulations in Ndwedwe, KwaZulu-Natal on Tuesday, 07 April 2026.
The event will be officiated by President Cyril Ramaphosa, together with the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi.
The launch marks the implementation of housing support for TRC-identified victims and commemorates thirty years of the TRC and the adoption of the Constitution thirty years ago, with a symbolic handover to beneficiaries forming part of the programme.
Established in terms of the Promotion of National Unity and Reconciliation Act, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission was a restorative justice body that investigated apartheid-era human rights violations, facilitated amnesty in certain cases, and provided for victim reparations and reconciliation.
The event will focus on TRC-identified victims eligible for housing assistance and will be supported by political and traditional leadership. Ndwedwe has been selected due to its history of widespread attacks on homes.
NB: Members of the bona fide media are invited to apply for accreditation to cover the event and are requested to submit their full names, identity number, name of media house, and contact details on or before Thursday, 02 April 2026 at 12h00 noon. Updates on the event will be shared with accredited members of the media.
Accreditation submissions:
Victor Mateane Phala
E-mail: Vphala@justice.gov.za
Cell: 084 888 5162
Media enquiries:
Terrence Manase
Spokesperson to the Minister
Cell: 082 338 6707
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