Kasi celebrates 40 years of determination and resilience

Ward 38 councillor Anele Gabuza and deputy mayor Eddie Andrews congratulating Loyiso Mfuku of Khayelitsha Travels, while Gloria Mabaso and Thembinkosi Siganda look on.

In a jubilant display of unity and celebration, Khayelitsha marked a historic occasion as it commemorated 40 years of progress, strength, and community spirit.

The celebratory event, hosted by Radio Zibonele FM in collaboration with the Khayelitsha Community Trust, was a testament to the remarkable journey of this vibrant community.

The festivities kicked off with businesses and community leaders gathered at the Lookout Hill to honour four decades of growth and resilience, with a few more activities and events planned for early 2024.

Deputy mayor Eddie Andrews and Thembinkosi Siganda, senior manager in the Enterprise and Investment Department who oversees a number of business units and programmes, including workforce development, business climate services, economic inclusion and small business support, attended the event.

Lingelethu CPF chairman Lunga Guza was in attendance.

Zweli Nokhatywa, Funeka Mpetha, Ryder Mkutshwana, Nompumelelo Mange, and board members Loyiso Silwana and Mthetho Vellem.

Burton van Staden, Phumza Mbatha, Funeka Mpetha, Lukholo Badi, Mthwalo Mkutshwano and Clifford Sitonga.

Codeta spokesman Andile Khanyi and secretary Mxolisi Liwani receive an award from Gloria Mabaso.

Clifford Sitonga receives an award on behalf of KDF from deputy mayor Eddie Andrews, while Councillor Anele Gabuza and Gloria Mabaso look on.