News and Speeches
National agency SASSA once again failing citizens
14 December 2022It is supposed to be a time of joy and happiness, yet for many SASSA grant beneficiaries it has become a nightmare. The suspension of ATM withdrawals for SASSA beneficiaries by Postbank is unacceptable, especially just before this important time of... Read More
EMS encourages personal responsibility before holiday mode takes hold
14 December 2022As schools and some industries close for the year and many residents take a well-deserved December and January break, the Western Cape Department of Health’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will continue to provide emergency medical and rescue... Read More
Private sector – we need you!
13 December 2022The Western Cape Department of Social Development recognises the critical work done by our partners in the Victim Empowerment sector, which focuses on victims of Gender-Based Violence, with R 62 866 000 allocated to the sector this financial year. Read More
LEAP officers continue their presence in Manenberg
13 December 2022Between 5 – 11 December 2022, Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) officers had various operations in the Manenberg and surrounding areas. This led to the arrest of 33 suspects for a variety of crimes, while also confiscating 99 items. The... Read More
Informal settlements residents urged to practice fire safety this festive season
12 December 2022Fires are commonly experienced across the Western Cape during the festive season, particularly in informal settlement areas. In December 2020. Read More
DNA backlog showing further reduction within 3 months
12 December 2022A recent visit to the Western Cape South African Police Services’ (SAPS) Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) shows that the reduction in the DNA backlog is making steady progress. Read More
64 GBV cases struck off court roll within 3 months due to SAPS inefficiencies
12 December 2022The second quarter report (July – September 2022) of the Western Cape Department of Community Safety’s (DOCS) Court Watching Briefs (CWB) shows that 208 cases monitored during this period, at 15 courts across the province, were struck off the court... Read More
Ready, Collect, Go: Get your chronic medication
12 December 2022Getting ready to enjoy the festivities over the next few weeks? Before you head off into the sunset, make sure to pop in at your collection site to ensure you have sufficient chronic medication for the whole of the festive season. Read More
Remote working VISA one step closer as report now with Presidency
9 December 2022It is good news that a report, containing recommendations on the adoption of a start-up and remote working VISA, amongst others, is now with the South African Presidency for consideration. Read More
A safe, prosperous festive season to all living and working in rural communities
9 December 2022As we approach the end of the year and move into the festive season, the safety of producers, agri-workers and rural communities remains a priority for the Western Cape Department of Agriculture. Read More
Swartland’s GBV ambassadors a beacon of hope
9 December 2022The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children Campaign has been observed since 25 November, culminating in International Human Rights Day on 10 December. Read More
Capping ceremony for SA National School Sport Summer Games participants
9 December 2022On Thursday, 8 December 2022, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS), through its Directorate: Sport Development, hosted the capping ceremony for the Western Cape contingent who will be participating at the Nationa Read More
Western Cape & Germany strengthen relations to end load shedding
9 December 2022Media release: Western Cape and Germany strengthen relations to end load shedding. Read More
Increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in Western Cape
8 December 2022Through our surveillance system, the Western Cape Department of Health has picked up a marked increase in pertussis cases (or whooping cough) in the province. Read More
Aerial and ground support ready for Western Cape fire season
8 December 2022“Contracts are in place to secure specialised aerial and ground support for firefighting this summer in the Western Cape,” Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning said during a fire... Read More
Increased levels of load shedding are being monitored but are having an impact
8 December 2022Joint media release: Increased levels of load shedding are being monitored, but are having an impact on government services. Read More
Private sector participation at Ports, and not a shipping SOE, needed
7 December 2022In response to the call for comment on the recently released “pre-draft” ‘South African Shipping Bill’, published under Government Notice 1376 in Government Gazette, I have indicated to the National Government that the Western Cape does not support t Read More
#ClassOf2022: Matric exams conclude successfully in the Western Cape
7 December 2022This week, a very successful National Senior Certificate (NSC) exam session comes to a close in the Western Cape. Read More
Minister Anroux Marais' speech at the 2022 Sport Legends Awards
7 December 2022Sport Legend Awards 07 December 2022 Rhebokskloof Wine Estate, Paarl Good morning, Molweni, Goeie more It is a great honour to be here today to recognize our 2022 Provincial Sport Legends. Read More
Minister Anroux Marais caps 31 new Sport Legends
7 December 2022On Wednesday, 7 December 2022, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport honoured 31 newly announced Provincial Sport Legends at an award ceremony near Paarl. Read More
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