Media statement 24 January 2024
Cllr Nasiphi Moya
Deputy Mayor
Community and Social Development Services
Deputy Mayor of Tshwane conducts oversight visits to Township early childhood development centres
Over the past two days, in my capacity as the Deputy Mayor of Tshwane, I conducted oversight visits to our City-owned early childhood development (ECD) centres in Atteridgeville and Mamelodi.
During my visit, I inspected the state of our facilities. The City currently manages seven ECD centres in Regions 3 and 6. Four of these centres are operating optimally while the other three are in need of support in the form of refurbishment and upgrades. The City will prioritise these going forward.
While I was on the ground, I was impressed with the level of care that the management, teachers, and parents invest in our children’s development despite limited resources and challenges.
Ensuring access to ECD centres is important to our multiparty coalition. Well-functioning ECD centres offer solid foundational learning and development skills to our children. A strong foundation helps children develop the skills they need to become well-functioning adults.
I have also noted that more City-owned ECD centres are needed to expand access to more communities. Furthermore, we strongly believe all ECD centres should provide good nutritious food as no child can learn on an empty stomach.
Our department is committed to working with stakeholders, including teachers and parents, to ensure high-quality early childhood education in Tshwane.
Enquiries:
Dr Azwihangwisi Judith Mphidi