New beginnings for 50 families in Westonaria
Fifty families in Westonaria are celebrating new beginnings after receiving homes, as government continues its efforts to reduce the housing backlog.
Families in Westonaria are celebrating a life-changing milestone after being handed keys to their newly built homes at the Westonaria Borwa Mega Project on Wednesday, July 15.
The handover forms part of the government’s ongoing efforts to address the housing backlog and provide dignified living conditions for qualifying beneficiaries across the region. The Gauteng MEC for Human Settlements, Tasneem Motara, together with Rand West City Executive Mayor William Matsheke, handed over 50 newly built homes to the beneficiaries during an official ceremony attended by community members and local leaders.
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The project is one of several developments aimed at creating sustainable human settlements within Rand West City.
Speaking at the event, Motara emphasised the importance of accelerating housing delivery while maintaining quality and efficiency across all projects. She said providing safe, decent housing remains a priority for the department as it works to restore dignity and improve the lives of residents.
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Matsheke echoed these sentiments, highlighting the positive impact housing developments have on communities. He said the handover not only provides shelter but also gives families a foundation on which to build better futures.
One of the beneficiaries, Mapule Rosina Letlhake, said she was overjoyed to finally receive a new home for herself and her family.
Another beneficiary, Collen Motlhabane, who lives with a chronic medical condition, was so overwhelmed with joy that he danced and leapt inside his new home.
Elderly resident Beatrice Manatsa was equally delighted when officials announced her house number, prompting her to exclaim, ‘That’s my brand new home!’ to loud applause from those in attendance.
Residents expressed gratitude for the opportunity to finally own homes, with many describing the occasion as the fulfilment of long-awaited dreams.
The project is expected to benefit more families as additional phases are rolled out.
