Premier Modise to pronounce on Bodibe traditional leadership claim within two weeks
The determination as to whether the Modiboa families in Bodibe village should be recognised as a traditional community will be known in the next two weeks when the Commission on Traditional Leadership Disputes and Claims presents its findings and recommendations on the claim lodged by Keorapetse Prince Motlhako to Premier Thandi Modise.
The Modiboa families residing in Gomola section in Bodibe village which is under Kgosi Rapulana Victor Matlaba of the Barolong Boo Tau Rapulana are currently not recognised as a traditional community.
Motlhako lodged a claim to be recognised as a senior traditional leader of the Barolong Boo Modiboa on 3 June 2013.
After receiving the recommendations of the commission, Premier Modise will announce the research findings and recommendations to all the parties that were interviewed.
The Commission for Traditional Leadership Disputes and Claims was established in terms of the Traditional Leadership and Governance Framework Act 41 of 2003 to restore the dignity and integrity of traditional communities and the entire institution of traditional leadership across the country.
The North West Committee on Traditional Leadership Disputes and Claims has since its inception finalised investigations into over 110 traditional leadership disputes and claims.
Enquiries:
Lesiba Moses Kgwele, Spokesperson
Tel: 018 388 3705
Cell: 083 629 1987
Fax: 018 388 3157
E-mail: LKgwele@gmail.com
