Overview
The Community Services Department of Nketoana Local Municipality plays a central role in enhancing the daily lives of residents by delivering essential public services and promoting social well-being. Headed by Moeketsi Samson Letsela, the department oversees a wide range of functions including disaster management, fire and rescue services, waste management, traffic and law enforcement, parks and cemeteries, community development, and facilities management. It also coordinates youth and sports programs, supports cultural initiatives, and ensures that libraries and recreational spaces are accessible and well-maintained across all wards. Through its diverse portfolio, the department fosters safer, healthier, and more connected communities while advancing the municipality’s commitment to inclusive development and environmental stewardship.
Moeketsi Samson Letsela – HOD: Community services
HOD Community services – Oversees various critical functions that impact the daily lives of residents. He is responsible for Municipal Disaster Management, Fire and rescue services, Community Development, Waste Management, Traffic Services and Law Enforcement, Facilities Management, parks and cemeteries, Security Services and overall environmental management.
Community Services Department
The Community Services Department plays a pivotal role in enhancing the social well-being and socio-economic development of the Nketoana community. It provides essential services such as public safety, community development, cultural promotion, and the management of key facilities that serve residents across all wards.
Law Enforcement & Security
Focuses on traffic policing and enforcing by-laws...
Read moreYouth & Sports
Informed by national youth frameworks and policy... the unit coordinates youth-focused activities in partnership with schools, NGOs, and government. It aims to improve education, economic opportunities, and social well-being for young people.
Youth Unit Responsibilities
Coordinates youth programs across 9 wards... Facilitates sports development, partners with youth organizations, and supports socio-economic, career, and personal growth.
Community Facilities
Includes libraries, community halls, parks, and... sports fields and recreation centres. All are maintained and coordinated under Community Services to ensure access and usability across wards.
Disaster Management
Covers prevention, response, and recovery... for local disasters. This includes planning, early warning, and rehabilitation support during and after incidents.
Additional Services
Placeholder for other initiatives like indigent support... cultural promotion, community outreach, or health education. You can update this with any future program.