26 Feb 2026

The upgrading of Bogosi headship of Mmokolodi village from headman of arbitration to headman of record will be considered in the 2026/27 financial year, funds permitting. 

Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Mr Ketlhalefile Motshegwa said this in response to a parliamentary question on Wednesday. 

Minister Motshegwa said the ministry was aware of the disadvantage experienced by Mmokolodi community in accessing government resources and services as a result of being led by headman of arbitration. He added that the ministry would also consider upgrading Mmokolodi Kgotla in the next financial year 2026/2027 funds permitting.

Gabane-Mmankgodi MP, Mr Kagiso Mmusi had asked minister to state when he would consider upgrading Mmokolodi Kgotla to be held by a headman of record, instead of headman of arbitration, saying the current arrangement disadvantaged the Mmokolodi community in accessing government resources and services. 

Mr Mmusi also asked if the minister was aware that due to the absence of a headman of record, Mmokolodi residents were required to travel long distances and incur unnecessary costs in order to access tribal services from other Dikgotla. 

He also wanted to know when the matter would be addressed and for the minister to provide a clear timeline for its resolution. BOPA