Young people say yes to living healthy lifestyles

THE young people of Burgersfort and the surrounding area seem to be serious about living healthy lifestyles after the Office of the Premier and the Tubatse Youth Council held a healthy lifestyle seminar at the Selala Sports Grounds recently.

The seminar was attended by representatives of the department of health and social development, Sanca, Mecklenburg police, Independent Electoral Commission, local chiefs and local councillors.

Addressing those present, Office of the Premier representative, Mpho Sebola said the main aim of the event was to teach communities about health issues affecting them.

He stressed that HIV/aids, teenage pregnancy and substance abuse were major concerns to everyone in the country. “We also called the parents so that they could listen to us and pass the message not to indulge in drugs and substance abuse on to their children. Not only do drugs damage your body, but they also destroy your life.

“If parents don’t talk to their children about HIV/aids, drugs and crime, they will get the wrong messages on the streets and practise them,” said Sebola.

Themba Ngele, the chairperson of the Tubatse Youth Council told CV that he was pleased with the attendance.

“Our event started with a 10km fun walk which involved all young people. We want to ensure they are all fit and healthy – it was tiring, but we soldiered on to complete the walk,” he said. Ngele thanked all the parents and the young people who had attended.

The proceedings ended with performances by traditional music groups, Dorong and Mohlope Primary School’s drum majorettes.