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Multi-Drug Resistant (MDR) TB Outbreak

11 October 2005

The Western Cape Department of Health has been notified of a suspected outbreak of Multi Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR TB) at a High School on the Cape Flats. Read More

Eye Care Week

10 October 2005

Minister Praises Free Cataract Operations Done at Kuilsriver Hospital Read More

City Celebrates Five Years of Aachen Partnership with A Spring Festival for All

10 October 2005

The City of Cape Town is celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Local Agenda 21 Partnership with the City of Aachen in Germany. This partnership was established in 2000 to promote sustainable development and incorporates local community... Read More

MEC's Visit Western Cape Community Safety Counterparts

10 October 2005

Western Cape MEC for Community Safety Leonard Ramatlakane says he is encouraged by comments made by his counterparts from other provinces, that the Department was at an advanced stage with its capacity to fight crime in communities. Read More

New School in Mitchell?s Plain Major Investment in Building a Learning Home for All

9 October 2005

The opening of a new school in Tafelsig, Mitchell's Plain represents a major investment in our efforts to provide a Learning Home for all our children. This is also an investment in the future of this suburb and the province as a whole, says... Read More

Free Voluntary Counselling and Hiv Testing Available at Bellville Long Distance Taxi Rank

6 October 2005

As of 17 October 2005, New Start, a non-government organisation, will provide free pre-and-post test counselling at the Bellville Long Distance Taxi Rank. This service will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 10:00 till 18:00. Read More

Guguletu Residents Asked to Assist with Crime Prevention Campaign

6 October 2005

Residents of and visitors to Guguletu will see a visible police presence, law enforcement and crime prevention in and around Guguletu during October. Read More

Patient Fees Drastically Reduced

6 October 2005

Joint Press Release Minister Pierre Uys and Professor Keith Craig Househam The Western Cape Department of Health is pleased to announce a reduction in certain hospital fees has been implemented as from 1 October 2005. Read More

Western Cape Education MEC Cameron Dugmore's Message to Matriculants

3 October 2005

From Monday 10 October, you will start writing the most important examinations of your school career to date, the 2005 Senior Certificate examinations. This will probably be an emotional period for you, since you will have to bid farewell to your... Read More

MEC Urges Schools to Make Use of Bus Testing Offer

3 October 2005

Statement by Western Cape MEC for Education Cameron Dugmore Read More

Breast Cancer Month

2 October 2005

Breast cancer is most prominent amongst females and the rate of recorded cases has increased drastically over the past few years, which is why the month of October was celebrated as breast cancer awareness month. Read More

Press Briefing: Learner Transport Safety

2 October 2005

All media are invited to a press briefing with Western Cape Education MEC Cameron Dugmore, Tuesday 04 October 2005, 13h00, 23rd floor, Golden Acre, Cape Town. TOPIC: Learner Transport Safety Read More

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Conference to be Held on 6 and 7 October 2005

29 September 2005

A Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Conference will be held on Thursday, 6 October and Friday, 7 October 2005 at the Sports Science Institute in Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa. Read More

Successful End to Representative Council of Learners (RCL) Conference

28 September 2005

The successful conclusion of the three-day long conference of Representative Council of Learners yesterday is a significant step towards the finalisation of the provincial association of learners. Read More

Company's Garden Opens for Craft Market

27 September 2005

The City of Cape Town is to open its green heart, the Company's Garden, for a permanent craft market which will stimulate job creation and attract tourists to the City Centre on Wednesday, 28 September 2005. The craft market is a result of a... Read More

Statement on Health Workers Petition Asking for Action on Dr Rath Health Foundation

27 September 2005

Given government's proven commitment to a comprehensive HIV and Aids programme and the progress made in this regard in the Western Cape, it is regrettable that the health workers concerned did not see fit to discuss their concerns about the Dr Rath... Read More

Provincial Representative Council of Learners - Invitation to All Media

26 September 2005

All media are invited to a press conference on Wednesday 28 September 2005, 12h00 at the Boland College in Worcester to meet the inaugural leadership of the provincial association of Representative Council of Learners (RCL's). Read More

Krismisbox - Round Three of Delivery

25 September 2005

The Western Cape Government is continuing with the style of work that has made it stand out as committed to delivery since the 2004 elections. Read More

New CD Guide on Learning Barriers

22 September 2005

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has published a guide for teachers on how to identify and assist learners who are experiencing various barriers to learning. Read More

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