DARDEA MEC Elzabe Rockman Strengthens Food Security Through Farmer Engagement Session in Harrismith
Farmers Magazine | 08.06.2026 19:52
Rural development and food security took centre stage in Harrismith when DARDEA MEC Elzabe Rockman and Head of Department Tshepo Mabilo led a farmer engagement session at the Intabazwe Multi Purpose Centre. The session brought together local farmers, community members, the Executive Mayor of Maluti-a-Phofung Cllr. Tumelo Thebe and local councillors to address agricultural support needs and strengthen collaboration between government and rural communities. The gathering focused on practical solutions to improve food production and reduce household hunger. It also served as a feedback platform following an earlier engagement held on 21 January 2026. The event highlighted government’s ongoing efforts to respond directly to community needs through tangible agricultural support.