Another resident indicated that his father used to live in one of the houses for more than 20 years, but people came with a gun and forced his family to evacuate the house. Some houses were illegally sold without even notifying the occupants of such sale. The price paid for some units amounted to approximately R55 000. Occupants reported paying rent of R7.50 per person per bed, and furnished the delegation with receipts as proof of payment. Copies of these receipts would be made by Dr Bheki Shabane from the provincial department, while original documents are to be returned to the owners. The provincial department was further requested to safeguard copies of receipts for further enquiries.