Media Statement

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the officiating of the land tenure rights and the handover of the title deeds ceremony by President Cyril Ramaphosa to the Gaesengwe, Barolong ba ga Rapulana, Barolong ba ga Phoi and Barolong ba ga Seitshiro communities in the North West Province.

This handover of the 29th May 2026 marks a significant milestone in government’s ongoing efforts to redress the historical injustices of land dispossession and restore land rights.

The handover further affirms government’s commitment to dignity, lawful land management, sustainable economic development and the completion of outstanding land restitution processes to deliver lasting socio-economic impact.

The ANC will continue with its work of restoring the dignity of the people, reversing the legacy of land dispossession in line with its commitment as enjoined by the Constitution and the Freedom Charter.

There shall be houses, security and comfort.

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