Department of Social Development
MEC and HOD

HOD Thembeni Mhlongo   |   MEC Florence Radzilani

About Us

Vision

A Caring and Self-reliant Society.

Mission

To transform our society by building conscious and capable citizens through the provision of integrated social development services.

Values

The people we serve come first in performing our duties. We will ensure equity and freedom from discrimination and harassment in the workplace and in the services provided by our department.

Poster

Together for a Safer, Stronger Society

Join our efforts to protect children and end gender-based violence.

Our Projects

Empowering Communities Through Action

See how we serve with dignity and commitment.

Departmental Women’s Day event.
Departmental Women’s Day event.

Women of the Department celebrate Women’s Month with a gathering of fun, relaxation and important presentations influencing their mental and physical health. The theme for the day was “Vintage”, and ladies enjoyed dressing up and getting down on the dance floor.

GBV and Femicide does not know time or tiding
GBV and Femicide does not know time or tiding

It does not know race or class. The scourge continues in the Limpopo Province and during this month of all months to celebrate women, the Vhembe District experienced a wave of murders of women. MEC Florence Radzilani visited the families to bring comfort and highlight the importance of continuing the fight to bring and end to GBVF

Nsete Primary Cooperative
Nsete Primary Cooperative

MEC Florence Radzilani joined the Nsete Primary Cooperative in Ga-Mashashane, Capricorn District, as they gave back to the community. Benefiting from a generous donation by CEO Matthew Ledwaba were vulnerable groups such as older persons, persons with disabilities and children in need of school uniform.

District Development Model engagement
District Development Model engagement

MEC visits Musina Local Municipality .

Active Ageing
Active Ageing

Encouraging physical and mental activity for older persons, to ensure health and longevity.

Fresh Produce
Fresh Produce

Promoting food security through community farming cooperatives.

Upcoming Events

Our Events Calendar

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Latest Notices

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DSD Limpopo Leadership
Thembeni Elphie Mhlongo
Thembeni Elphie Mhlongo

HOD

Leads executive decision-making and department oversight.

Florence Radzilani
Florence Radzilani

MEC

Oversees the strategic direction and operations of the department.

Mathume Matlala
Mathume Matlala

CFO

Responsible for budgeting, reporting, and financial planning.

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