Early this year, The HDA proudly launched its inaugural Men’s Forum – Kraal Conversations, a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering positive masculinity, inclusive leadership, and holistic well-being within the workplace and beyond. Themed “Empowering Men for Positive Change,” the event marked a bold step in the Agency’s continued commitment to cultivating a supportive and equitable organisational culture.

Held in Gauteng, the event brought together an esteemed panel of thought leaders, including Dr. Alec Moemi, Director-General of the Department of Human Settlements, and HDA CEO Mr. Bheki Khenisa, alongside prominent experts in mental health, gender equality, and corporate leadership. Their insights helped frame a deeply engaging dialogue on the multifaceted challenges and responsibilities faced by men in today’s rapidly evolving society

Early this year, The HDA proudly launched its inaugural Men’s Forum – Kraal Conversations, a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering positive masculinity, inclusive leadership, and holistic well-being within the workplace and beyond. Themed “Empowering Men for Positive Change,” the event marked a bold step in the Agency’s continued commitment to cultivating a supportive and equitable organisational culture. Held in Gauteng, the event brought together an esteemed panel of thought leaders, including Dr. Alec Moemi, Director-General of the Department of Human Settlements, and HDA CEO Mr. Bheki Khenisa, alongside prominent experts in mental health, gender equality, and corporate leadership. Their insights helped frame a deeply engaging dialogue on the multifaceted challenges and responsibilities faced by men in today’s rapidly evolving society

The forum served as a safe and inclusive space where men could openly discuss issues ranging from mental well-being and emotional resilience to workplace dynamics and societal expectations. With active participation from HDA employees and external partners, the event fostered honest conversations that highlighted the importance of self-awareness, empathy, and shared accountability.

Dr. Moemi’s keynote address highlighted the urgent need for men to take an active role in promoting emotional intelligence, responsible leadership, and meaningful community engagement. “In embracing our vulnerabilities and recognising the evolving roles we play as partners, fathers, leaders, and colleagues, we unlock the potential to be transformative agents in our homes, workplaces, and communities,” he said.

Mr. Khenisa offered a stimulating lens to the forum’s purpose by drawing inspiration from traditional African kraal gatherings – historically sacred spaces where men would convene to reflect, deliberate, and resolve critical matters affecting the community.

In response to Cabinet’s resolution to eliminate the national backlog on title deeds, our HDA Limpopo team assisted the Cohgsta Limpopo and Molemole Local Municipality to handover title deeds to the community members of Dendron on 19 April 2024.

The event, graced by the presence of MEC for Cohgsta, Mr Basikopo Makamu and His Excellency, Mayor Masilo Edward Paya, marked a pivotal moment as beneficiaries in Dendron, Extension 4, received their long-awaited title deeds.

Facilitated by the HDA on behalf of Coghsta, the process involved opening the township register and transferring erven to approved beneficiaries in Dendron Ext.4. The successful registration of the township – comprising 520 erven including public amenities – at the Deeds Office signifies a significant step forward to eradicate the backlog. To date, 325 title deeds have been issued to rightful owners in this project.

This engagement not only showcased the HDA’s adeptness in supporting government bodies with professional services related to human settlements but also underscored its role in assisting municipalities and provincial departments to meet the demands of providing sustainable human settlements services to communities.