By Obakeng Maje
Vryburg- The Department of Arts, Culture and Traditional Affairs through its Provincial Geographic Names Council embarked on an awareness campaign starting at the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati on Friday at Coleridge hall at 09h00.

The awareness took a form of a conference/seminar and has invited key stakeholders such as Dikgosi, Historians and Community Leaders amongst others, addressed by the member of the Executive Council Ms. Tebogo Modise.

Amongst of the key issues discussed was on;
 Engagement process of changing names,
 The main strategy of the council,
 As well as the launch of the campaign by the MEC.

“There is more to learn about the PGNC and its purpose, existence and key responsibilities, we therefore urge all role players to know how to apply for name change process” MEC Tebogo Modise said.

Lungile Dantjie also applauded people who came out in numbers at Dr. Ruth Segomotsi District so that they make their contribution,” said Dantjie.

Most people who raised their concerns, said they will appreciate that process as some of the names are degrading them and does not show humanity.
-TDN
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