Authored by: Captain SA | SA Rainbow News | 28th Nov 2025
Bethlehem, November 27, 2025 — The Dihlabeng Community Awards once again highlighted the outstanding talent, dedication, and community leadership within the region. This year, two Bloemfontein-based forces — Re Phethile Art Production and Lekgutsa Mbele — emerged as standout achievers, receiving top honours for their contributions to arts, culture, and community development.
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Re Phethile Art Production was crowned Best Arts Group under the Entertainment Category during a vibrant ceremony held at Tiisetsang High School Hall. The recognition reflects the group’s unwavering commitment to artistic excellence, creative expression, and community upliftment.
The organisation expressed deep appreciation to everyone who nominated and voted for them, saying: “Your support means the world to us, and we are truly humbled by this recognition.”
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This win marks a significant milestone in the group’s journey and serves as powerful motivation to continue pushing artistic boundaries. Re Phethile Art Production remains committed to delivering memorable performances that inspire, educate, and entertain audiences across the country. They extended heartfelt gratitude to fans, families, and friends for their continuous support.
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In another proud moment for Bloemfontein, community activist and changemaker Lekgutsa Mbele secured two major awards under the Changemakers Category. Mbele was honoured as Best Community Activist, while his organisation, the Lekgutsa Mbele Foundation, won Best NPO for its impactful work within local communities.
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During his acceptance speech, Mbele expressed profound gratitude to all supporters, saying:
“I’m overwhelmed with gratitude and humility. Thank you to each and every person who supported me. This achievement is not just mine, but ours to celebrate together.”
His achievements underscore his unwavering commitment to community development, youth empowerment, and social upliftment — values deeply embedded in the work of his foundation.
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The Dihlabeng Community Awards remain one of the region’s most respected platforms for recognising excellence. This year’s winners reflect the strength, unity, and talent within Bloemfontein and surrounding communities.
We proudly congratulate Re Phethile Art Production and Lekgutsa Mbele for their remarkable achievements and look forward to witnessing their continued impact and growth.
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