Khoi-San National Convention to Convene in Gauteng, Led by Velenkosini Hlabisa

The convention aims to tackle longstanding issues faced by Khoi-San communities, particularly regarding their constitutional and statutory recognition.

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, is spearheading a landmark national convention for Khoi-San leaders. This pivotal event, scheduled from Friday, 14 February to Sunday, 16 February 2025, will take place at the Birchwood Conference Centre in Gauteng.

The convention aims to tackle longstanding issues faced by Khoi-San communities, particularly regarding their constitutional and statutory recognition. This follows an extensive series of preliminary discussions between the Minister and Khoi-San leaders, which have laid a strong foundation for the upcoming dialogue.

Minister Hlabisa highlighted the importance of maintaining open and constructive dialogue before, during, and after the convention. He emphasized that the success of this engagement is crucial for fostering unity and advancing cooperative leadership structures within Khoi-San communities.

The Department of CoGTA has expressed its commitment to ensuring the convention contributes meaningfully to addressing the complexities surrounding Khoi-San recognition and governance. The initiative is part of the seventh administration's broader strategy to address historical injustices and promote inclusivity.

Khoi-San leaders and stakeholders from across the nation are expected to attend the three-day convention, making it a significant step toward addressing their longstanding concerns and charting a path forward for their communities.