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H7 HPAI detected in George, Western Cape

13 October 2023

Following the recent detection of the H7 high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) in the Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Free State and Limpopo provinces, Western Cape poultry owners are continuously encouraged to be proactive in the prevention of the spread... Read More

Premier welcomes Saldanha Bay energy tender

13 October 2023

Media Release: Premier welcomes Saldanha Bay energy tender Read More

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

13 October 2023

Joint Media Release: Premier & Minister Marais laud YearBeyond programme as careers fairs take off Read More

DSD presents 2022/23 Annual Report

13 October 2023

The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) presented its 2022/23 Annual Report to the Western Cape Provincial Parliament on Friday, detailing how DSD spent their R2.356 billion budget to improve the lives of vulnerable citizens. Read More

Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety achieves 15th Clean Audit

12 October 2023

The Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety (POCS) strives for service excellence and received their 15th consecutive clean audit outcome.  Read More

Helping communities make better choices this National Nutrition Week

12 October 2023

As the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness commemorates National Nutrition Week from 9 to 15 October 2023, the message is that healthy eating is a key component of a healthy lifestyle and community. Read More

Review of licence conditions

12 October 2023

Minister Mackenzie to meet with Minibus Taxi Industry on Review of Operating Licence Conditions Read More

Department committed to improving quality of life of palliative care patients

12 October 2023

Department committed to improving the quality of life of palliative care patients and families    Read More

DSD supports over 130 000 girls with Sanitary Dignity Project

11 October 2023

As we celebrate International Day of the Girl Child, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) continues to promote the wellbeing and dignity of girls across the province through its Sanitary Dignity Project. Read More

WC Government update on road closures and repairs following adverse weather

10 October 2023

Joint Media Release: Western Cape Government update on road closures and repairs following adverse weather Read More

Premier & Minister Allen gravely concerned over Court Watching Brief findings

10 October 2023

Joint Media Release: Premier Winde & Minister Allen gravely concerned over Court Watching Brief statistics Read More

WC schools and districts win big at National Education Excellence Awards

9 October 2023

Western Cape schools and districts bagged a host of awards at the National Education Excellence Awards, which took place in Kempton Park on Friday, 6 October 2023. Read More

Minister Mackenzie to meet with Industry about operating licence review

9 October 2023

Minister Mackenzie to meet with Transport Industry about Review of Operating Licence Conditions Read More

Occupational therapists lead awareness campaign to support patients

9 October 2023

Managing everyday life with physical, mental or developmental ailments can be challenging for children and adults. Read More

Minister Marais raises concerns over flag and anthem issues

6 October 2023

Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport Anroux Marais has raised grave concerns over the possibility that the Springboks and the Proteas may not be able to participate under the South African flag or sing the anthem at awards’ ceremonies... Read More

Deploy SAPS according to data to combat murders

5 October 2023

Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Reagen Allen says the revelation by the National Minister of Police, Bheki Cele, during a press briefing, yesterday that there were more than 100 murders in one week in the province, is... Read More

WC Government confirms best audit outcomes in 5 years

5 October 2023

Joint Media Release: WC Government confirms best audit outcomes in 5 years with 100% of departments and entities receiving unqualified audits in 2022/23 Read More

Clinicians at Tygerberg and Groote Schuur Hospital perform MitraClip procedures

5 October 2023

Clinicians at Tygerberg Hospital and Groote Schuur Hospital perform MitraClip procedures – a first in South Africa    Read More

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