A Literacy Day celebration took place at the multi-purpose centre in Khutsong South on November 6.

The initiative, themed Literacy for people, the Planet and Prosperity, was brought by the
Gauteng Department of Sports Arts Culture and Recreation in partnership with the Merafong City
Local Municipality.

The day was filled with vibrancy as the spelling bee as well as reading and literacy engagement activities took place on the day.

Young children were also entertained by mascots throughout the day and they were also engaged with different activities.

The event kicked off with a special welcoming by the ward councilor, Ali Motsumi.

A representative of the municipal libraries, Thabang Kula, also introduced the purpose of the day.

Jerry Seetso represented the Merafong City Local Municipality with some words of support as well as to further welcome the
audience.

There was singing of the national anthem by a local gospel group “House of Glory” as well as a heart-warming poem in Setswana by local poet Naletasana and a thrilling performance by local Cultural Dance Group “Ubuhle Besintu”.

The event was also supported by the Head of the Gauteng Sports Arts Culture and Recreation Department, Mpho Nawa, who encouraged the learners to appreciate the importance of reading then he created a touching moment when he called all the learners
who competed on stage and he prayed for them as well as blessed their future.

The winners were announced after the competitions and there were prizes that were given away to the winners of the
day.