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Premier expresses condolences over the passing of Mangosuthu Buthelezi

9 September 2023

Media Release: Premier expresses condolences over the passing of Mangosuthu Buthelezi Premier Alan Winde has expressed his deep condolences to the family of the late Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. Read More

Western Cape Government says "Viva Amabokoboko" as the Rugby World Cup kicks off

8 September 2023

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport Anroux Marais wished the Springboks well in the Rugby World Cup, which kicks off in France tonight.    Read More

Premier’s 24th Energy Digicon looks at Western Cape Integrated Resource plan

8 September 2023

Media Release: Planning for the future - Premier’s 24th Energy Digicon looks at Western Cape Integrated Resource plan Read More

Western Cape is promoting the responsible use of antibiotics and antimicrobials

8 September 2023

Providing antibiotic and other antimicrobial treatment that results in the best clinical outcomes with minimal side effects to patients and minimal impact on subsequent resistance is a high priority for the Western Cape Department of Health and... Read More

Media alert: Growsmart Competition – 2023 winner ceremony!

8 September 2023

Tomorrow, the winners of the 2023 Growsmart Literacy and Mathematics competition will be announced! Grade 4, 5 and 6 learners competing in the competition will be awarded their prizes. 160 schools took part in the competition this year. Read More

Results from WC Provincial Traffic Services – 28 August to 3 September 2023

8 September 2023

Media release by Ricardo Mackenzie, Western Cape Minister of Mobility Read More

Premier expresses his deepest condolences on the passing of Raymond Ackerman

7 September 2023

Media Release: Premier Winde expresses his deepest condolences on the passing of iconic businessman Raymond Ackerman Read More

Call to Action! Have your say on critical skills shortages to boost business

7 September 2023

The Department of Higher Education and Training’s (DHET) Labour Market Intelligence unit has recently released a survey to identify occupations in high demand, occupational shortages, and skills gaps in South Africa, and at a provincial level. Read More

We mourn the passing of a legend of jazz, Spencer Mbadu

7 September 2023

The Western Cape Government mourns the passing of Spencer Mbadu on 6 September 2023. Spencer was born in 1955 in Kensington and his family was later forcefully removed to Gugulethu. Read More

WC Cabinet committed to continue prioritising good governance

7 September 2023

Media Release: Western Cape Cabinet committed to continue prioritising good governance for residents despite looming fiscal emergency Read More

Hospital cares for patients with acute and chronic kidney disease

6 September 2023

Hospital cares for patients with acute and chronic kidney disease in a friendly and collaborative environment. Read More

Western Cape citizens urged to take advantage of extended housing services offer

6 September 2023

During September, the Western Cape Department of Infrastructure will be extending its public services in order assist residents with various housing queries. Read More

Swartland, Overstrand and Mossel Bay K-9 and Rural Safety Units successes

6 September 2023

Swartland, Overstrand and Mossel Bay K-9 and Rural Safety Units achieving more successes Read More

Ripping off red tape is key to growing private sector investment in WC

6 September 2023

Regulatory ‘red tape’ is a known hindrance to business establishment and expansion, no matter the sector. Read More

Deadline nears for submission of NPO funding proposals

5 September 2023

The Western Cape Department of Social Development would like to remind NPOs that they have just over a week to submit their funding proposals for social welfare and community development services and programmes. Read More

Premier assesses measures to protect services during power cuts

5 September 2023

Media Release: Premier assesses measures taken by Drakenstein Municipality measures to protect essential services during power cuts Read More

Minister Allen conducts District Engagements to achieve greater safety

4 September 2023

Minister Allen conducts District Engagements to achieve greater safety across the Province. Read More

Lifesaving organ transplants at Groote Schuur and Red Cross Children Hospitals

4 September 2023

Thanks to the generosity of registered donors, donor families, and living donors, hundreds of individuals lives have been lengthened over the years because of transplants at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness health facilities. Read More

Our children’s futures: Protect our girls from cervical cancer

4 September 2023

Our children’s futures depend on our choices today: Protect our girls from cervical cancer Read More

Latest tourism figures show 69% increase in international passengers

3 September 2023

International two-way passengers through Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) between January and July 2023 reached 1.6 million, growing by 69% compared to the same period in 2022. Read More

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