Reclaiming Our Heritage,
Building Our Future
Barolong Boo Modiboa (Ba Matlwang) CPA: Custodians of ancestral lands since 1800, creating sustainable prosperity for generations to come
Established in 2007, we are the custodians of ancestral lands restored to our community after years of displacement during apartheid. Our mission is to manage these lands for the sustainable benefit of all our verified members, honoring our heritage while building a prosperous future.
Our Story
Matlwang Village was established in 1800 on approximately 17,556 hectares of land west of Potchefstroom in North West Province, South Africa. Located along the N12 highway between Potchefstroom and Stilfontein, our community thrived until the apartheid era, when most residents were forcefully removed and resettled elsewhere.
Justice prevailed in 1996 when our land was restored through South Africa’s land restitution process. In 2007, we formalized our community ownership by registering the Barolong Boo Modiboa (Ba Matlwang) Communal Property Association (Registration No: CPA/07/0982/A) under the Communal Property Act of 1996.
Our Journey
Our path hasn’t been without challenges:
Our Vision & Purpose
The land acquired by our CPA is dedicated to:
Eco-Tourism and Conservation
Preserving our natural heritage
Agricultural Development
Creating sustainable farming opportunities
Business Ventures
Generating income to benefit all members
As a legal entity, we have the right to secure, hold, and manage our land on behalf of our members who were dispossessed of their ancestral territory. We operate according to our Constitution, policies, and the customary laws and values of the Barolong Boo Modiboa people, while upholding the principles of equity and the rights of women and youth as enshrined in the Constitution of South Africa.
Our Current Projects
We’re actively developing our community assets:
Agricultural Initiatives
Multiple farms available for agricultural development
Bonsmara Cattle Project
Ongoing livestock program creating local employment
Poultry Joint Venture
Partnership with Zingaro Trade 100 (PTY) LTD
Highveld Nature Reserve Revitalization
Plans to develop eco-tourism opportunities that will create jobs for women and youth in tourism and conservation
Future Development Pipeline
Additional projects aimed at creating employment, business opportunities, and educational bursaries for CPA members
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Address
Matlwang Village, N12 Highway (Between Potchefstroom and Stilfontein)
Coordinates: 26.745°S 26.931°E
Municipality: JB Marks, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District, North West Province
Khotso Ratikoane
CHAIRPERSON
Cell no: 067 142 6826
Email: ratikoanekhotso@gmail.com
Maureen Nthongwa/Sikhakhane
DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON
Cell no: 068 208 5023
Ms. Ntheki Moeketsi
TREASURER
Cell no: 0672614176
Email: nthekibernicem@gmail.com