SIYABUSWA – Over 230 title deeds remain uncollected after the Dr JS Moroka Municipality held a title deeds handover on July 18, 2024.
Mayor Nomsa Mtsweni highlighted the importance of title deeds, stating they can open numerous opportunities.
“A title deed allows you to access many opportunities because a house is an immovable asset and its value appreciates over time. You can use it to secure a loan and more,” said Mtsweni.
Mtsweni also emphasized that handing over title deeds is a way of restoring dignity and empowering people with a legacy to leave for their descendants.
One attendee, 55-year-old Moses Shabangu from Siyabuswa E, lamented that he has been trying to obtain his title deed for over five years.
“I have lived in Siyabuswa since the 1980s and still don’t have my title deed. I’m even afraid of extending my house because someone might claim it in the future,” said Shabangu.
He expressed hope that with the mayor present, he might finally get the assistance he needs.
“I will be very happy if I can be helped to acquire the title deed so that I can live peacefully with my children and grandchildren,” added Shabangu.
Many attendees did not receive their title deeds due to the failure to produce relevant documents such as ID documents, letters of authority, affidavits, and death certificates of deceased recipients.
Community members are urged to visit municipal offices to check on the status of their title deeds.
Caption: Dr JS Moroka Municipality Mayor Nomsa Sanny Mtsweni and MMC Charles Madyibi, Technical Services, attending the title deed handover, with community members present.
