News and Speeches
Heavy congestion on the N1 inbound after two weeks of rain
25 July 2024The Western Cape Government’s Department of Infrastructure has had to close certain lanes of the N1 inbound near Sable Road for safety reasons, as well as along the Sable Road Service Corridor at the second Century City ac Read More
Innovative new Swims App a “Game-Changer” for social workers
25 July 2024On 25 July 2024, Premier Alan Winde and Western Cape Minister of Social Development Jaco Londt launched the Social Work Integrated Management System (SWIMS) Application in Langa, Cape Town. Read More
Construction of Malmesbury Bypass link road is well under way
24 July 2024The construction of a 6.7km greenfield road link between the Hopefield Interchange on the N7 highway and the intersection of the R45, in the direction of Wellington, and the R46 towards Riebeek Kasteel near Malmesbury is progressing well. Read More
Don’t wait! Grade R and transfer applications for 2025 open soon!
23 July 2024Parents who wish to apply for Grade R or a school transfer for the 2025 school year can do so from 1 August 2024. Grade R applications Read More
Minister Anroux Marias welcomes major Stilbaai drug bust
23 July 2024Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety Anroux Marais welcomes the major drug bust made by the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Stilbaai over the past weekend. Read More
Minister Meyer opens 9th World Congress on Conservation Agriculture
23 July 2024Yesterday, 22 July 2024, the Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, officially opened the 9th World Congress on Conservation Agriculture in Cape Town. Read More
Minister Marais condemns attack on LEAP officer
22 July 2024Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety Anroux Marais condemns the attack on a LEAP (Law Enforcement Advancement Plan) officer in Hanover Park this morning, 19 July. Read More
Invitation to launch of exciting new SWIMS application
22 July 2024The Western Cape Government prides itself on finding innovative solutions to improving service delivery. Read More
Two Western Cape sites lining up for World Heritage status this week
22 July 2024Two Western Cape sites lining up for World Heritage status this week This week, the 46th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee will deliberate on whether two Western Cape sites achieve World Heritage status. Read More
WC Government wins prestigious UN award for public service innovation
21 July 2024Media Release: Western Cape Government wins prestigious United Nations award for public service innovation Read More
Addressing recent infrastructure challenges following extreme weather events
19 July 2024The Western Cape has experienced numerous extreme weather occurrences since 2022, significantly impacting our infrastructure, especially in human settlements and transport sectors. Read More
Executive Summary of Premier’s speech at debate on President’s Address
19 July 2024Media Release: Executive Summary of Premier’s speech at debate on President’s Address at the opening Parliament Read More
Adv Chantal Smith appointed as the new Head of the Department of Infrastructure
18 July 2024Advocate Chantal Smith appointed as the new Head of the Western Cape Department of Infrastructure Read More
Horizon Secure Centre upgrades bring hope to its residents
17 July 2024On 16 July 2024, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Jaco Londt, officially reopened the Horizon Secure Care Centre in Cape Town. Read More
Stopping the spread of FMD will protect jobs
17 July 2024On Tuesday, 15 July 2024, the Provincial Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer joined state veterinarians attached to the Western Cape Government’s Beaufort West State Veterinarian Office at the local weighbridge to inspect vehicles transporting liv Read More
Premier urges new WC Government Cabinet to serve residents with dedication
17 July 2024Media Release: Premier urges new Western Cape Government Cabinet to serve residents of the province with dedication & humility Read More
Minister Simmers to hand over equipment at Malibu High School
17 July 2024Malibu High School to receive a donation of IT equipment, furniture, and a facility upgrade from the Provincial Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers Read More
Premier urges President to use GNU to decisively address SA’s challenges
16 July 2024Media Release: Premier urges President to use GNU to decisively address SA’s challenges Read More
1 000 youth gather to shape their future
14 July 2024This morning, Sunday 14 July 2024, Western Cape Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, joined over 1000 young people at the closing ceremony of the 2024 GoBeyond Conference, under the theme ‘Shape Your Future.’ Read More
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