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Ndlovu who was speaking at the official opening of Malalume Primary School cultural centre, said by contributing to the building of the centre, the two communities had demonstrated that they are committed to preserving their tradition and culture.
“I would like to commend Malalume and Malanswazi communities for their contributions to the success of this project which will go a long way in preserving our tradition and culture,” said Ndlovu
He said the centre will provide a platform for pupils and the local communities to learn more about the Kalanga culture which includes their songs and dance, craft and other such aspects. The school headmaster Zwelibanzi Mhlanga said he was humbled by the response from the communities when the school authorities announced plans to build the centre.
He said the local communities contributed greatly to the building of the centre which he said would be used as an empowerment tool benefiting the school pupils and the community at large.
Mhlanga said the big turnout of people to witness the official opening of the centre was a confirmation that the local communities valued the centre.
“The response was overwhelming as I did not expect such a huge turnout. This just showed me that a school, which is detached from the community is not a complete school. I am humbled by this event and express my sincere gratitude to everyone who made this day a success,” said Mhlanga.
Matabeleland South Provincial Education Director Tumisang Thabela expressed hope that the Ministry of Education, Sport, Arts and Culture would mainstream arts and culture into the education system.
“Education is not outside culture nor is culture at the periphery of education hence our core business as the Ministry is to mainstream the element of arts and culture into the education system,” said Thabela.
She thanked the villagers of Malalume and Malanswazi for building the culture centre saying it ensured the communities’ tradition and culture will be preserved for future generations. A villager from Malalume in Ward 14 under Chief Madlambuzi, Siphathisiwe Ndlovu said they would continue supporting the school’s noble cause to preserve culture.
The event was graced by dignitaries who included the principal director in the Ministry of Education, Sport, Arts and Culture Reverend Paul Damasane, heads of primary and secondary schools, Chief Madlambuzi, headman Senganyondo and district educational officers from Matabeleland South.
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