By Pelane Phakgadi and Maphuti Machabaphala
Mr Mangeaqa Albert Mncwango, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Land Reform and Rural Development lead the discussions on the status of CPAs.
Mr Mangeaqa Albert Mncwango, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Land Reform and Rural Development has led the discussions focusing on the revitalisation of the Zebediela Citrus Estate.
The committee assessed key areas such as the compliance status of the Communal Property Association (CPA), governance matters, financial utilisation, and the progress of the Master Plan meant to restore the estate to full productivity amongst other matters.
These oversight engagements are crucial, as they allow Parliament to evaluate the effectiveness of departmental support, identify challenges, and ensure that public resources allocated to the estate are used efficiently.
The committee highlighted that the revitalisation of the Zebediela Citrus Estate carries significant economic potential — from job creation and improved household income to reducing poverty, unemployment, and inequality in the surrounding communities.
Findings from the visit will be formally escalated to Parliament, where the committee will continue to monitor implementation and exercise its oversight role to ensure that recommendations are acted upon for the long-term benefit of the people.
Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development Bella Kupa-Mabuza, HOD Mpho Mashamba and Chief Director Dr Melinda Labuschagne during briefing session.
