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Minister Marais expresses condolences on passing of Kathy Dumbrell

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Ms. Kathy Dumbrell, a member of the Western Cape Cultural Commission (WCCC). She was a passionate and...

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Nicolaas Cleef House unveiled as Provincial Heritage Site

One of the oldest buildings in Stellenbosch was officially unveiled as a Provincial Heritage Site on Tuesday 21 November 2023. Nicolaas...

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Four criminal cases opened against illegal traditional initiation schools

Officials of the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, accompanied by members of the Provincial Initiation Coordination...

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Western Cape Government and Hisense partner for new Tevolution Museum

On Monday, 30 October 2023, the Western Cape Government signed a Letter of Intent with Hisense South Africa for the establishment of a...

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Premier and Minister Marais laud YearBeyond programme as careers fairs take off

Joint Media Release: Premier & Minister Marais laud YearBeyond programme as careers fairs take off YearBeyond - a Youth Service Programme...

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Minister Anroux Marais refutes rumours of a name change for George

The Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport has taken note of erroneous claims that the town of George has changed its name to...

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Media invited to attend unveiling of Provincial Heritage Site

Media Alert: Media are invited to attend the declaration of Imam Abdol Rakiep’s grave as a Provincial Heritage Site by the Western Cape...

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Minister Marais offers condolences on death of Professor Jatti Bredekamp

Media statement: Minister Marais offers condolences on death of Professor Jatti Bredekamp The Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and...

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Minister Anroux Marais' speech at Denis Goldberg House of Hope Agreement

Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Anroux Marais Hout Bay Museum Signing Agreement with Denis Goldberg for House of Hope 2...

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We mourn the passing of the great Sylvia Mdunyelwa

It is with deep sadness that the Western Cape Government has learned of the passing of Mam’ Sylvia Mdunyelwa. She contributed significantly...

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