NHC Bids Farewell to Two Dedicated Team Members

The National Heritage Council of South Africa (NHC) celebrated the contributions of two outgoing team members, Mr. Nceba Gawula, Acting Information Technology Manager, and Candidate Attorney (CA) Tholiwe Mkhonto, Legal Officer Intern. NHC bid them a fond farewell with a day filled with gratitude, reflection, and celebration. The event took place at the Chef Caspers Upstairs Café in Pretoria, Gauteng, on Friday, 24 October 2025.

The day opened with a warm welcome from the Acting Human Resource Manager, Mr. Sonti Pudikabekwa. His words set a reflective tone, reminding staff members of the occasion’s significance. “Today, we celebrate not just the achievements of our staff members, but the wisdom and commitment they have shown in steering NHC to greater heights,” he said.

The farewell became a moving recognition of employees whose vision and dedication have left an indelible mark on the NHC’s governance. Colleagues shared their personal stories and presented the departing members with tokens of appreciation, highlighting the relationship they have developed during their tenure.

The outgoing IT Acting Manager, Mr Gawula, expressed his gratitude, highlighting that “NHC is an organisation of opportunities, a place where its size and the magnitude of its work allow individuals to grow and make meaningful contributions to heritage preservation.”

Tholiwe added to the warmth, saying, “Colleagues, I just wanted to say a sincere thank you for the beautiful farewell party. I was genuinely moved by the effort, the laughs, the kind words, and the warmth you all showed. It is not easy saying goodbye, but you made it feel like a celebration of everything we have shared, and I will carry that with me.”

She concluded, “Working with you has been more than just a job; it is a journey filled with collaboration, growth, and a lot of good memories. I have learnt so much from each of you, and I’m grateful for the support, the challenges, and the relationships.”