Seleka keeps independence in Tumasera boundary ruling
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | Wednesday December 10, 2025 06:00
Motshegwa took a decisive step to bring clarity and unity to the communities involved during a meeting that was held on August 15, 2025, where he met with residents of Seleka, Tupya, Malete, and Rasesa to listen to their concerns. The discussions were prompted by the desire of some communities to stand as independent villages, a request that had sparked debates and uncertainty for several years.
By engaging directly with the residents, the minister demonstrated a commitment to participatory governance, ensuring that any decisions made would reflect both legal precedents and the developmental needs of the area. During the consultations, Motshegwa said he paid close attention to the population figures of the villages in question.
“The combined population of Tupya, Malete, and Rasesa stands at 2,636, whilst Seleka has 2,210 residents. I consider the Revised National Settlement Policy (RNSP) of 2004, which guides decisions on village administration, boundary delineation, and the equitable distribution of resources. By taking these factors into account, I had to make a decision that would not only respect legal and historical precedents but also promote effective allocation of development resources in an area where such resources are limited,” he said.
Motshegwa confirmed that he ruled that Seleka would continue to exist as a separate village, honouring a previous court order that recognised its independence. He said, although each of these villages will retain its own dikgosi, overall coordination and development planning will be conducted collectively through the Tumasera Customary Court.
“This arrangement is expected to foster collaboration amongst the three villages, enabling them to pool resources, plan projects jointly, and pursue development initiatives more efficiently,” he pointed out.
Furthermore, Motshegwa emphasised the importance of unity and cooperation amongst the residents.
He urged the communities to focus on common goals rather than differences, highlighting that harmonious collaboration is key to achieving sustainable development. By bringing the villages together under a coordinated customary administration, the minister aimed to ensure that development projects, such as infrastructure improvements, educational initiatives, and healthcare services, could be implemented more effectively.
This approach, he said, is likely to strengthen governance structures, reduce administrative duplication, and create a more coherent framework for addressing local challenges.
Motshegwa’s intervention marks a significant step forward in resolving a complex issue that has long affected the Tumasera area.
He said, as Tumasera moves forward under this clarified administrative structure, residents now have an opportunity to focus on building stronger communities, enhancing development initiatives, and fostering a shared vision for the future.