By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
3 December 2025- The Moretele Local Municipality said the North West has proudly claimed its role as the new home of the law enforcement torch run, known as the Flame of Hope. The municipality said this powerful symbol of courage, unity and inspiration, will be securely managed by the province’s South African Police Services (SAPS), who stand as the official custodians of the flame until the highly anticipated 2026 Special Olympics National Summer Games.
The Moretele Local Municipality mayor, George Manyike said on 2 December 2025, the municipality confidently received the torch run from the Limpopo SAPS. Manyike said the handover took place at Maubane Crossing, at the intersection of the Carousel Casino along the R101, following an impressive official police parade and a guard of honour by the Limpopo police.
Meanwhile, the Limpopo MEC for Education, Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya, officially delivered the torch run to Manyike, who promptly entrusted it to the capable hands of the SAPS in North West. Lerule-Ramakhanya said the entourage confidently proceeded to the Carousel Casino for a formal program.
“Attendees were treated to an impressive performance by the Diturupa group from Maubane village, known as Rocker. The torch was officially accepted on behalf of the North West Province by the North West MEC for Arts, Culture, Sports, and Recreation, Tsotso Tlhapi.
“In her powerful acceptance speech, she delivered a message of hope and firmly reiterated the province’s commitment to hosting the SOSA Olympic Games,” she said.
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