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The Deputy Minister of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Sello Seitlholo, and Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Dr. Mimmy Gondwe, visited Ingwe TVET College on Friday to discuss infrastructure and service challenges affecting the institution — particularly the ongoing water supply problem.
The visit brought together several key government departments and municipalities, signalling renewed cooperation to find lasting solutions for the college and surrounding communities.
What Happened
The delegation, which included representatives from the Joe Gqabi District Municipality, Alfred Nzo District Municipality, O.R. Tambo District Municipality, Amatola Water, and Umzimvubu Local Municipality, gathered at Ingwe TVET College to assess the impact of service delivery shortfalls on students and staff.
The discussions focused primarily on water scarcity and the need for sustainable infrastructure. According to officials, the aim was to ensure that the college’s learning environment is improved and that future disruptions are prevented.
Official Response
Speaking during the engagement, Umzimvubu Local Municipality Mayor Cllr Inga Nodali confirmed that the ministers had acknowledged the college’s challenges and committed to finding immediate solutions.
“Today, Umzimvubu Municipality is in Ingwe where two ministers came to discuss the challenges facing the college, especially the water issue, and they promised to resolve the issue,” said Cllr Nodali.
Deputy Ministers Seitlholo and Gondwe reportedly pledged to collaborate with local municipalities and water entities to restore consistent water access and improve the college’s infrastructure in line with national standards.
Community Impact
The visit has been welcomed by both students and community members who have endured months of inconsistent water supply. The promise of coordinated action between the departments gives hope that service delivery will improve not only at the college but across the municipality.
The intervention also underscores government’s ongoing effort to strengthen partnerships between education and water management sectors to enhance living and learning conditions in rural institutions.
