Ga-Marishane celebrates decades of learning as schools mark milestones
Alumni, educators, and traditional leaders reunite to honour three historic institutions that have shaped community progress across generations.
Lekoko Secondary School and Bopedi Bapedi Secondary School marked 50 and 70 years, respectively, on October 10, celebrating decades of education and community development in Ga-Marishane.
The milestone celebrations brought together alumni, former educators and principals, school governing body members, traditional council representatives, community leaders and school management teams.
Acting Makhuduthamaga Mayor Eric Mosoane, Deputy Minister of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs Dr Namane Masemola and Kgoshi Tseke Kgopotso Marishane attended the event.
The celebrations followed the 90th anniversary commemoration of Marishane Primary School on October 9, highlighting the area’s long-standing commitment to education.
Cornerstone of community progress
Mosoane praised the collaboration between the Marishane Traditional Authority, community members and the Limpopo Department of Education, saying such partnerships had helped establish education as a cornerstone of community development and progress.
He also acknowledged the value of community-driven educational initiatives in creating opportunities for future generations and strengthening the relationship between education and local development.
Municipal spokesperson Thomas Mashabela said the three anniversaries reflected Marishane’s rich educational heritage, community pride and continued commitment to learning, unity and academic excellence.
Preserving a lasting legacy
“The commemorative plaques displayed at public schools stand as enduring testaments to the vision and aspirations of past leaders, preserving the rich educational heritage, history and legacy that continue to shape generations,” Mashabela said.
The commemorations celebrated decades of educational achievement and recognised the contribution of learning institutions to development in Makhuduthamaga.
Mashabela said the schools had maintained strong ties with their communities, which had played an important role in supporting education and local development over the years.
Founding members and former principals who helped establish and shape the institutions were also praised for their contributions to the schools’ lasting legacy.
