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MEDIA ALERT: Minister Schäfer to visit Technical Teacher Training Programme

4 July 2017

Tomorrow, 5th July 2017, Minister Debbie Schäfer will be visiting Bellville Technical High School where over 200 teachers are taking part in Grade 12 CAPS Technical teacher training. Read More

Random breath testing another weapon in fight against drink driving

3 July 2017

Statement by Donald Grant, Minister of Transport and Public Works Read More

Five fatalities on Western Cape roads

3 July 2017

Three pedestrians and two drivers lost their lives in five separate incidents, according to a preliminary report from Western Cape Provincial Traffic Services. Read More

Media Alert: Municipalities To Receive Sport Facility Funding

3 July 2017

MEDIA ALERT: MUNICIPALITIES TO RECEIVE SPORT FACILITY FUNDING FROM MINISTER MARAIS Read More

Innovative Western Cape residents in the spotlight

3 July 2017

Tomorrow, Alan Winde, will kick off a month-long programme focusing on innovation in the province’s public and private sector. There will be a special focus on how residents are using innovation to respond to challenges and grow opportunities in... Read More

WCED opens state-of-the-art school library and information centre

3 July 2017

EDULIS, the Education Library and Information Service of the Western Cape Education Department, has moved into new, state-of-the-art premises in Kuils River. Read More

Innovative Western Cape residents in the spotlight

2 July 2017

Innovation in the Western Cape will be showcased this month. During July, Alan Winde, Minister of Economic Opportunities, will visit projects in the public and private sector which focus on innovation. Read More

Groot Brak River Youth Café launched by Department

2 July 2017

To conclude Youth Month commemorations, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) launched the Groot Brak River Youth Café. Read More

Minister Grant to attend launch of random breath testing at a roadside operation

30 June 2017

Donald Grant, Minister of Transport and Public Works will attend the launch of Random Breath Testing (RBT) at a roadside operation on the N2 in Dassiesfontein tomorrow, 1 July 2017. Read More

MEDIA ALERT:MEC Plato hosts Youth focussed religious leaders safety outreach

30 June 2017

MEDIA ALERT: Minister Plato hosts Youth focussed religious leaders safety outreach to Worcester Read More

WCED Winter holiday programmes for learners and educators

29 June 2017

Following a busy examination period, the upcoming winter holiday is also a much needed break for many learners and teachers. Many of our schools will however be buzzing with activities over the holiday period. Read More

WCape Government and CCDI launches second phase of the Better Living Challenge

29 June 2017

A programme seeking to improve the lives of residents living in informal structures will be launched in the Western Cape this week. Read More

Department calls for funding applications from Non-Profit Organizations

29 June 2017

The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) has officially opened applications for funding for the new 3-year funding cycle. Read More

Groot Brak River Youth Cafe to be launched by Department

29 June 2017

Tomorrow, the Western Cape Department of Social Development will launch the Groot Brak Youth Café. Read More

What you need to know about Swine Flu and Adenovirus

28 June 2017

The H1N1 virus and Adenoviruses are common viruses, and are also in circulation in South Africa. These are not notifiable diseases therefor we cannot confirm how many cases there are. Read More

The Role of Forensic Officers in performing Autopsies

28 June 2017

Setting the record straight – The role of Forensic Officers in performing autopsies Read More

Department hosts Youth Cultural Evening to celebrate Youth Month

28 June 2017

The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) last night hosted the first annual Youth Cultural Evening, as part of our final week of Youth Month commemorations. Read More

Chappies toll rate rise

28 June 2017

Toll fees on Chapman’s Peak Drive will increase to R22 for registered minibus taxi operators, R29 for motorcycles, and R45 for light motor vehicles with effect from 1 July 2017. Read More

Water: Declaration signed by Provincial, Municipal Leadership

28 June 2017

Premier Helen Zille, Provincial Ministers as well as Mayors from across the Western Cape, signed a Municipal Declaration with regards to long term water security for the province in Worcester today.   Read More

Minister Madikizela to Handover Houses to most vulnerable citizens in McGregor

27 June 2017

Minister Bonginkosi Madikizela will on Tuesday, 27 June 2017 hand over 60 houses to most deserving beneficiaries in McGregor in the Langeberg Municipality. Read More

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