Community Outreach Event to Bring Essential Services to Extension 7

Tshepiso Mogorosi
Aug 15
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Residents of Extension 7 and surrounding areas are set to benefit from a multi-department community outreach programme taking place on Friday, 15 August 2025, at OR Tambo Hall, starting at 09h00. The initiative, led by the African National Congress (ANC) and supported by various government departments, aims to bring crucial services closer to the people.

Learner Participation

Learners from Ba-Seobi Secondary School will be attending the event, which is expected to serve as both an educational and civic engagement opportunity for the youth. Their involvement underscores the importance of community service awareness among the next generation.

Departments in Attendance

Residents will have access to a variety of services provided by key departments, including:

Department of Social Development – offering grants and social services support.
Department of Home Affairs – assisting with IDs, birth certificates, and passport applications.
Department of Health – providing clinic services and public health information.
South African Police Service (SAPS) – focusing on safety and crime prevention measures.
Local Municipality – addressing local services, rates, and bylaw-related matters.

Purpose and Benefits

The outreach is designed to reduce travel time and costs for residents seeking government services, while also encouraging public engagement with local governance and community safety initiatives. Such events often help to resolve backlogs in service delivery and strengthen the bond between the community and government entities.