News and Speeches
Women empowerment key focus for Human Settlements
6 August 2020Western Cape Minister of Human Settlements, Tertuis Simmers says, the empowerment and creation of more opportunities for women in the human settlements sector, remains a key focus area of his Department. Read More
Minister Didiza must urgently intervene in the Cape Town deeds office
5 August 2020The repeated and, at times unnecessary, closure of the Cape Town deeds office is having a considerable negative impact on the property and real estate industry in the Western Cape, and so I Read More
Groote Schuur Hospital COVID-19 patient discharged after 69 days in hospital
5 August 2020Mrs Victoria Base (63) from Gugulethu was all smiles when she was discharged on 31 July 2020 from Groote Schuur Hospital (GSH) after being a COVID-19 patient for 69 days. The health staff who looked after her are today’s Groote Schuur Hospital... Read More
George Hospital staff celebrates discharge of 12 patients in one week
5 August 2020In the week of 21 – 24 July, jubilant George Hospital staff said farewell to 12 patients who have received treatment in the COVID-19 ward. George Hospital is currently facing significant service pressure due patients requiring critical care... Read More
UPDATE: Covid-19 recoveries continue to increase across Old Age Homes
5 August 2020The Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Sharna Fernandez, welcomes the continued increase in COVID-19 recoveries that have been reported across old age homes in the Western Cape. Read More
One Chief Director retires, another takes his place
5 August 2020On Friday 31 July 2020 Kenneth Africa, Chief Director: Traffic Management, retired after 46 years of public service. Read More
Minister Fritz welcomes R1.564 million budget for CPFs
5 August 2020The Minister of Community Safety, Albert Fritz, welcomes the Department’s efforts to support and sustain Community Police Forums (CPF) in the Western Cape. Read More
Protecting land and units from illegal invasions costing millions
5 August 2020Protecting land and units from illegal invasions costing millions, denying vulnerable 1168 housing opportunities. Read More
Improved operations at the Port of Cape Town welcomed
4 August 2020The efficient and effective performance of the Port of Cape Town is critical to economic recovery and growth for the Western Cape however, ongoing operational challenges have resulted in poor service levels that are impacting our economy in the... Read More
Supporting a mother during her breastfeeding journey
4 August 2020Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year from 1 to 7 August. This year’s theme is: “Support breastfeeding for a healthier South Africa”. Read More
Minister Fernandez welcomes Online Trauma Support Training
4 August 2020The Western Cape Minister for Social Development, Sharna Fernandez, welcomes the start of the first Online Trauma Support Training for housemothers of funded shelters in the Western Cape that accommodate victims of violence and their children. Read More
Overberg Hero: Hermanus Hospital Nurse Belinda Richards
4 August 2020The first nominated Coronavirus Hero in the Overberg district, is Belinda Richards, a staff nurse in the Emergency Centre at Hermanus Hospital. Belinda and her team are experiencing increased pressure in the Emergency Centre due to the pandemic. Read More
Department of Transport and Public Works responds to PPE Procurement
4 August 2020The Western Cape Government (WCG) Provincial Treasury chose to issue the Procurement Disclosure Report (PDR) Read More
Breede Valley and Langeberg Hotspot Update
4 August 2020Yesterday, 3 August 2020, Dr Ivan Meyer, Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, met with stakeholders in the Breede Valley and Langeberg Municipalities. Read More
Human Settlements processes clarified and handovers in Overberg District
3 August 2020Western Cape Minister of Human Settlements, Tertuis Simmers says his department’s week-long visit to the Hessequa Municipality and Overberg District Municipal area has been valuable to all stakeholders. Read More
Adjustment Budget Vote 8
3 August 2020Speech by Minister Tertuis Simmers 31 July 2020 Venue: Western Cape Provincial Parliament (WCPP) Read More
Tygerberg Hospital Hero Amongst us – Candice Randall
3 August 2020This week’s nominated coronavirus hero amongst us at Tygerberg Hospital, Candice Randall, provides an essential service to the public during these challenging times. Read More
Women’s Month: Minister Fernandez encourages women to uplift one another
3 August 2020This Women’s Month, it's important to acknowledge the efforts of courageous women across our communities, who are contributing to positive change and encouraging other women and young girls to do the same. Read More
WCLA Update: Minister Fritz condemns lootings of bottle stores
3 August 2020The Minister of Community Safety, Albert Fritz, welcomes the 105 investigations conducted by the Western Cape Liquor Authority (WCLA) and the 36 liquor licenses suspended between 27 March 2020 and 31 July 2020. Read More
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