Article by Nelisiwe Mkhize
Images by Sibongile Dlangalala
Keeping the theme of youthfulness in the month of June, on the 24th of June 2022 the Department of Public Works (EThekwini Region) participated in a fun sports day held at their offices in Mayville.
Mr Gabriel Blose who is the Regional Director of EThekwini Region opened the day with a very inspiring massage directed to staff, “In commemoration of Youth Month we must honour those who fought for our freedom and were the torch bearers, the onus is on us to continue carrying that torch by striving for the best in our work and ensuring that we put our department at the highest level.” Mr Blose urged the staff to enjoy the day as they celebrate the youth of 1976. He also mentioned that the sports day encourages a good relationship amongst employees from different sections within the department as it brings togetherness.
This active event consisted of a number of different fun games such as: tug of war, egg and spoon marathon, relay, sack jumping and many more exciting games.
Team building activities like these are important in the workplace as they foster a productive work culture by creating a harmony between team members and promoting tolerance and embracing each other’s strengths and weaknesses. A happy workforce results in a productive workforce. The day concluded with so much jubilation as the participants were receiving prizes as rewards for their participation and winning the games.