News and Media Title Filter by type Filter By Published Date From To Health and Wellness WCDHW welcomes new CEO at George Hospital It is with great excitement that the department welcomes Mr Tshepo Kau as the new CEO of George Hospital, starting 1 January 2025.... Read more Health and Wellness A call to action: We need your help to reduce trauma cases in Emergency Centres this festive season The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has released the latest data from its Health Emergency Centre Trauma Information System... Read more Health and Wellness Western Cape public health facilities welcomes 172* babies on Christmas Day The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is happy to confirm the birth of 172* babies at public health facilities throughout the... Read more Health and Wellness Respect emergency centres: reduce preventable emergencies this festive season Respect emergency centres: reduce preventable emergencies this festive season The festive season is a time for celebration, but it often... Read more Health and Wellness Stay sun smart this summer: Tygerberg Hospital advises prevention, protection, and early detection of skin cancer Tygerberg Hospital treats approximately 1 000 skin cancer patients annually is appealing to residents to be vigilant regarding sun... Read more Media release Mid-season festive road safety stats reveal disturbing trends On 19 December 2024, the National Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, alongside the Western Cape’s Provincial Minister of Mobility, Isaac... Read more Built environment Khayalethu Bungalows Housing Project shows steady progress Media Release by Tertuis Simmers, Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure Today, Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers... Read more Built environment Minister Simmers, DPSA sign MOU to build accessible infrastructure for all Media Release by Tertuis Simmers, Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure Today, the Western Cape Government’s Department of Infrastructure... Read more Media release Parents/Guardians: No holiday from protecting your children I know many people are already in the holiday spirit, but the stark reality is that amidst the joy and festivities, there are those for whom... Read more Culture and Sport Welcoming remarks at the National Reconciliation Day event Welcoming Remarks by Provincial Minister Ricardo Mackenzie Day of Reconciliation Vredendal, 16 December 2024 1. Programme Director, 2. His... Read more News Festive parade brings joy for all at Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital The holiday season is a joyful time for many children playing with their mates, enjoying family traditions and receiving gifts. It can also... Read more Built environment Western Cape road closures over festive season Media Release by Tertuis Simmers, Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers, has... Read more Load More