Government says its rural development drive is slowly bearing fruits. President Jacob Zuma visited Muyexe village outside Giyani in Limpopo, on Tuesday, to monitor progress made since it was declared a presidential project in 2009.

Whilst some projects are yet to be completed, government has built a Post Office, satellite police station and a multi-purpose centre. Four years ago, it was identified as a pilot project for development. On Tuesday, the President assessed the progress.

Muyexe village, north east of Giyani, is historically, an area with little or no development.

In 2009, President Zuma declared it as one of the pilot projects for rural development. There has been some progress albeit slow.

Muyexe resident, Joyce Ngwenya says their lives have changed. The area now boasts a service centre with a computer lab and a 24-hour healthcare centre.

Children at the early childhood centre are now accommodated. There are new gardens and a water purification plant. Road infrastructure and no electricity are pressing issues.

Rural development is one of government’s five priorities.
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