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Western Cape Disaster Management Centre launch fire season in the province

Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning today launched the provincial fire...

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Launch of Knowledge Management Hub

The much-anticipated launch of the Department of Local Government (DLG) Knowledge Management Hub took place on 20 November 2023. The DLG...

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Consular Corps visiting the Western Cape Disaster Management

Purpose: To showcase to the new Members of Consular Corps posted in the province, the key offerings, competences and work undertaken by the...

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Advancing and women's empowerment and promoting gender equality

The month, August is known as the National Women’s Month in South Africa. This is the month where women are celebrated and recognized for...

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WC Disaster Management Centre planning recovery and humanitarian needs

Media Release: Western Cape Disaster Management Centre planning recovery and humanitarian needs in aftermath of the severe weather Anton...

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Premier and Minister Bredell give update on response to inclement weather

Media Release: Premier and Minister Bredell give update on Western Cape Government disaster management efforts At a virtual media briefing...

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The 2023 Annual Thusong Service Centre Week

Message from Minister Bredell South Africa is currently experiencing many challenges at the same time: High unemployment, weak economic...

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Annual Thusong Service Centre Week

On Monday, 18 September 2023, the Department of Local Government in collaboration with Government Communication Information System (GCIS)...

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Government to host the 2023 Annual Thusong Service Centre Week

Government to host the 2023 Annual Thusong Service Centre Week: 18 to 22 September 2023 Government working with communities and social...

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Blossoms Water Supply Scheme delivers first water to the benefit of Oudtshoorn

Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning said he is very pleased with the...

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Western Cape Government recognises World Drowning Prevention Day

Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, asks people to wear blue tomorrow...

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Department engages on training issues

The Department of Local Government through the Municipal and Capacity Building Chief-Directorate held a National Municipal Capacity...

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