Seerane: the people’s voice
Mr Seerane (34) started serving the community of Ivory Park when he joined the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in 2007, taking community concerns to the relevant stakeholders.
Mr Klaas Seerane is a community leader of Ivory Park, Extension 3 and he believes a good leader must be trustworthy and must listen to others.
Mr Seerane (34) started serving the community of Ivory Park when he joined the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in 2007, taking community concerns to the relevant stakeholders. He is now a member of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
He said he loves to help the community develop and takes note when the people in the community are struggling, without a voice to raise their concerns.
This father of two, who has devoted his life to the struggle of the Ivory Park community, is unemployed and finds it hard to provide for his family.
“The challenge of being unemployed has never destroyed me as a leader. I am always looking forward to interact with members of the community and solve problems.
“Since I have been working as a leader, I’ve learnt tolerance and understanding from the community,” added Mr Seerane.
When asked what one characteristic every leader should possess, Mr Seerane said leaders need to know their communities and understand the different issues they face.
His biggest challenge is to watch people suffering while having no solutions.
He advises those wanting to become community leaders to be honest, committed and dedicated to their people.
“And again, you should not expect rewards when you help the people because you are their voice and pillar of strength,” added Mr Seerane.
He said in his committee, they are working closely with their ward councillor, community policing forum and SAPS in order to overcome the challenges faced by the community.
