News and Speeches
DSD commemorates International Day of Sign Languages
23 September 2020Today, 23 September 2020, is recognized as International Day of Sign Languages. I would like to reflect and recognize the importance of sign languages in our province. Read More
“I salute the social work team at Groote Schuur Hospital” – Lindsay Van Der West
23 September 2020Groote Schuur Hospital (GSH) values self-reflections to enable employees to take a step back, reflect on the current COVID-19 situation, integrate learnings, plan and celebrate both personal and professional accomplishments. Read More
DCAS supports District Six museum with over R330 000 relief funding
23 September 2020The unprecedented actions taken to flatten the curve of the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the complete lockdown of museums across the country since 23 March 2020 until 6 July 2020, after which they could apply to the national Minister of Sports,... Read More
Chrysalis Academy shares Heritage Day message
23 September 2020Chrysalis Academy shares Heritage Day message and bids farewell to class of 20-ALPHA Read More
Premier Winde and Minister Maynier launch new Karoo Crossing cycle route
23 September 2020Today Premier Alan Winde and Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, David Maynier, launched the Karoo Crossing Route in the Cape Karoo gem of Prince Albert. Read More
Minister Madikizela urges residents to drive responsibly over the long weekend
23 September 2020Media release by Bonginkosi Madikizela by Western Cape Minister of Transport and Public Works Read More
R27 million relief fund launched to help small businesses hard-hit by Covid-19
22 September 2020We are pleased to launch the Western Cape Covid-19 Business Relief Fund which commits R27 million to supporting small businesses in both the formal and informal sectors who have been hard-hit by Covid-19 restrictions. Read More
Minister Fernandez welcomes launch of Sanitary Dignity Project
22 September 2020It is with great pleasure that the Provincial Department of Social Development (DSD) welcomes the official launch of the Sanitary Dignity Programme in the Western Cape. Read More
Minister Marais launches volume two of After School Treasure Box
22 September 2020On Monday, 21st September 2020, Minister Anroux Marais was warmly welcomed to Thembani Primary School in Langa for the launch of the second volume of the Read More
Minister Fritz calls on residents to drink responsibly over the long weekend
22 September 2020The Minister of Community Safety, Albert Fritz, notes that the Western Cape Liquor Authority (WCLA) has conducted 162 investigations into liquor vendors who have contravened the Disaster Risk Management Act’s Regulations. Of the 162 investigations,... Read More
Provincial Traffic Services traffic operations results: 14 – 20 September 2020
22 September 2020Western Cape Provincial Traffic Services implemented a total of 92 integrated roadblocks, vehicle checkpoint and speed control operations across the province in the week of 14 to 20 September 2020, and 12 578 vehicles were stopped and checked. Read More
Create a new heritage in your community
22 September 2020As we stand on the eve of celebrating another Heritage Day across South Africa, the establishments of new communities present us with the opportunity to create a new South African heritage. Read More
Cederberg doctor prioritises health of seasonal workers
22 September 2020Our Rural COVID-19 hero for the West Coast District is Dr Petrus van Zyl, manager medical services for the Cederberg sub-district and Citrusdal Hospital. Read More
73-year-old gets gift of hearing with cochlear implant
22 September 2020Frederick Sansom (73) was delighted to have had his cochlear implant activated at Tygerberg Hospital after suffering from poor hearing for many years. Read More
Minister Marais mourns the loss of champion for language and human rights
21 September 2020The passing of Danny Titus, former CEO of the ATKV and part-time commissioner of the SA Human Rights Commission, has left our country poorer in many aspects, as he was a true champion in promoting language, as well as his important work as part of... Read More
Minister Fritz hosts Khayelitsha COVID-19 prayer service
21 September 2020Yesterday, the Minister of Community Safety, Albert Fritz, held a prayer service to remember those whose lives were taken by COVID-19 and to celebrate the extensive number of recoveries in Khayelitsha. Read More
The importance of good oral health
21 September 2020In observance of World Oral Health month which is highlighted annually in September, the importance of good oral health and hygiene at home is vital to ensure that your gums stay healthy, smile stays bright and your teeth stay white. Read More
Alert Level 1 – Campaign launched to help businesses to open safely
21 September 2020We welcome the move to Alert Level 1 from today, 21 September 2020, as this further relaxation of restrictions and opening of the economy is exactly what we need to save jobs and the economy in the Western Cape. Read More
66 Residents benefit from Nyanga Housing Development
21 September 2020This past week 66 beneficiaries of the Boystown housing development in Nyanga, moved into their brand-new homes. In total, 116 beneficiaries have benefitted from this project since July 2020. Read More
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