This is how ‘famous’ residents will spend their Xmas-Day in Tzaneen

We all want to know what our local 'celebrities' will be doing on Christmas and this how most of Tzaneen's beloved ones will be spending the day.

December 21, 2017

Caxton Central 1 minute read

Prince Onyinye Masango (5) and Father, Nyiko Masango

One of Tzaneen’s beloved fathers, Nyiko Masango will be spending time with his son, Prince Onyinye Masango (5).

“I will be teaching my son how to ride a bike, roller blades and puzzles.”

Masongo made headlines through-out the country when he embarked on a 100km fathers rights walk from Polokwane to Tzaneen.

Read: TZANEEN: Fathers fight for their rights

He did the walk because he was not granted access to his son and to also support fathers rights in the lives of their children.

A Few weeks ago he finally had a chance to meet up with his son.

Read: #Fitness meets adventure in Magoebaskloof

Major General Mathebuala, Tzaneen’s SAPS Cluster Commander says that she will be working on Christmas with her dedicated team.

“ I will be out on the streets making sure that the community is safe and most importantly arresting perpetrators,” said Major Mathebula.

Read: TZANEEN: Festive season safety hints for residents

Councillor Maripe Mangena, the Mayor of Greater Tzaneen Municipality, will be spending his Christmas with family and relatives.

After spending time with family, he will visits local hospitals to meet the Christmas babies and hopefully share a meal with an elderly group or children.

December 21, 2017

Caxton Central 1 minute read

Emelda Tintswalo Shipalana

Tintswalo Shipalana, a journalist for the Letaba Herald, has been in the media industry for over a decade. She started her journey in radio, but ended up in print which is her first love. She joined the Herald newspaper as a cadet in 2016, where she graduated with a journalism qualification from the Caxton Training Academy. She also has a qualification in Feature Writing from the University of Cape Town and a Media Management qualification from Wits University. She is completing her BA Communication Science degree with UNISA. She sleeps well at night knowing she is a voice to the voiceless and her work contributes to promoting local talent, businesses and service delivery. Her love for her community keeps her working hard every day.