Who and what is AfriForum?

AfriForum is an Afrikaans civil rights organisation that protects the rights of minority groups at national as well as provincial level, and anyone who can identify with AfriForum’s principles and objectives may join the organisation. AfriForum’s community plan focuses on mobilising communities to thus take control of their own streets and neighbourhoods again. AfriForum ensures that your constitutional and civil rights are recognised and protected at national level.

Wie en wat is AfriForum?

AfriForum is ’n Afrikaanse burgerregteorganisasie wat die regte van minderheidsgroepe op sowel nasionale as provinsiale vlak beskerm, en enigiemand wat met AfriForum se beginsels en doelstellings kan identifiseer, mag by die organisasie aansluit. AfriForum se gemeenskapsplan fokus daarop om gemeenskappe te mobiliseer om só weer beheer terug te neem oor hul eie strate en woonbuurtes. AfriForum verseker dat jou grondwetlike én burgerregte op nasionale vlak erken en beskerm word.

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Delportshoop branch tackles new year with renewed vigour

ByAfriForum 04/02/202604/02/2026

The AfriForum branch in Delportshoop officially kicked off its projects for 2026 when it cleaned several stormwater drains and canals and filled almost 70 potholes in town.

As part of AfriForum’s ongoing efforts to make a lasting difference in Delportshoop, the branch focused its attention on the area’s road infrastructure this past weekend. A total of 68 potholes were filled with 250 kg of cement and three tons of sand. These repairs were done to improve road safety for motorists and pedestrians.

Earlier this month, the branch also tackled clogged stormwater drains and canals at the corner of Nel Street and Delport Street and undertook further cleaning work in Brits Street. This intervention was necessary, as the dumping of construction debris, among other things, clogs the canals and seriously impedes water drainage.

“Unfortunately, the illegal dumping of garden refuse on sidewalks and in stormwater drains remains a problem in the area, especially in Nel Street. With AfriForum’s knowledge and the cooperation of residents, these spaces can be kept clean and functional,” says a member of the community.

“It is of the utmost importance that residents act responsibly, keep their immediate surroundings clean and refrain from using stormwater drains, canals and sidewalks as dumping grounds. Sustainable community growth is only possible when residents and organisations work together,” says Ben Venter, vice-chairman of AfriForum’s Delportshoop branch.