In keeping up with the heritage month theme, “Reclaiming, restoring and celebrating our living heritage”, Bataung Boo Selale saw the long awaiting official enthronement of Kgosi Bokagantsho Justice Sefanyetso which recently took place in Moubane village (Ga Sefanyetso) near Madikwe.
North West MEC for Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Manketse Tlhape who handed over a certificate of recognition to Kgosi Sefanyetso on behalf of Premier Thandi Modise, said that it is not government’s mandate to control traditional leaders.
“Government is not here to regulate traditional leaders, instead government is there to support and facilitate functional institutions of traditional leaders and ensure that its existence remains part of our living heritage", MEC Tlhape said.
“As government we do as much as we can so that our heritage remains intact and recognized and traditional leaders play a pivotal role in restoring our heritage”, MEC Tlhape added.
MEC Tlhape wished Kgosi Sefanyetso well in his official leadership role and also urged the community to support him in his journey as their chief.
“We also would like to extended our overwhelming gratitude to Mr. Felix Sefanyetso who has been acting as chief of Bataung Boo Selale on behalf of his brother since 1985. You have been an exceptional leader and we hope that you will be able to pass on the baton to the current Kgosi to continue with the affairs of Bataung Boo Selale” said MEC Tlhape.
Chairperson of the North West House of Traditional Leaders, Kgosi Madoda Zibi extended his well wishes to Kgosi Sefanyetso, his family and the whole community of Bataung Boo Selale.
“Our wish is that the lord blesses you richly as you commence with your responsibilities. Always remember that although we are able to solve our problems through communication and consultation, fearing God is the beginning of all wisdom. We shall give you all the support you need from the house of traditional leaders and we know that you are going to make a meaningful input in the deliberations of the house”, Kgosi Madoda Zibi said.
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