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Minister Ricardo Mackenzie encourages runners ahead of the Two Oceans Marathon weekend

The Western Cape is proud to welcome thousands of athletes and spectators to one of the most iconic races in the world – the Two Oceans...

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Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport celebrates the economic power of the arts at the 29th KKNK

Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, attended the 29th Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees (KKNK) in...

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Minister Mackenzie congratulates Fleur du Cap Theatre Award Winners, honours 25 years of Joe Barber

The Western Cape Government extends its warmest congratulations to all the winners of the 60th Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards, celebrated in...

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SA Library Week highlights the power of libraries in shaping communities on Human Rights Day

As we celebrate South African Library Week (17-23 March 2025), the immense value that public libraries bring to communities is once again...

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A sad day for South African theatre as we mourn the passing of Athol Fugard

The Western Cape Government is saddened to hear the news of the passing of legendary playwright Athol Fugard. Fugard published more than 30...

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Help us keep cyclists safe on the road

Joint Media release by the Departments of Cultural Affairs and Sport and Mobility: Help us keep cyclists safe on the road The Western Cape...

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Minister offers condolences following the passing of Crystal-Donna Roberts

Minister offers condolences following the passing of Crystal-Donna Roberts The Western Cape Government is saddened at the sudden and...

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Western Cape Government expresses condolences on passing of Khoi and San cultural activist

The Western Cape Government is saddened to hear of the passing of Cynthia Triegardt over the past weekend. Cynthia Triegardt has been...

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YearBeyond applications are open – unemployed youth urged to take up the opportunity!

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport has announced the opening of applications for unemployed youth to be part of the YearBeyond...

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