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National DSD “launches” Khuseleka Centre that has been operational since 2015

PLEASE ATTRIBUTE THE BELOW TO WESTERN CAPE MINISTER OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, SHARNA FERNANDEZ Today, the national Minister of Social...

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Western Cape Department of Social Development’s Winter Readiness Plan in place

Every year, harsh weather conditions expose vulnerable groups living in informal settlements, remote rural locations, or on the streets to...

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DSD services provide hope for vulnerable children and their families

With Child Protection Week commencing on Sunday, 19 May, this year, the Western Cape Department of Social Development wishes to emphasise...

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Western Cape Minister of Social Development Sharna Fernandez condemns attacks against DSD staff

The Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Sharna Fernandez, strongly condemns the continued attacks on departmental staff. On...

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MEC Sharna Fernandez speaking to George DSD officials (L to R): Mzukisi Skosana (Social Work Manager), Nolubabalo Ntliziywana Batakati (Social Work Supervisor) and Ingrid Phooko (Social Work Supervisor)

DSD MEC visits social workers and the families affected by collapsed building

On Thursday, 09 May 2024, Western Cape Minister of Social Development Sharna Fernandez visited George to check in with social workers from...

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DSD services that ensure protection of vulnerable children

Despite the difficult fiscal and economic situation the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) finds itself in – as all other...

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Protection of children should start with parents and guardians

During the month of May, when we commemorate Child Protection Month, the Western Cape Department of Social Development will ramp up its...

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Various stakeholders in the Stellenbosch Thuthuzela Care Centre, including Western Cape Minister of Social Development Sharna Fernandez

Minister Fernandez welcomes the opening of new Thuthuzela Care Centre in Stellenbosch

Today, 16 April 2024, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Sharna Fernandez attended the formal opening of a Thuthuzela Care Centre...

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(From left to right) National Minister of Social Development Lindiwe Zulu, Western Cape Minister of Social Development Sharna Fernandez, US Consul General Todd Haskell, USAID Southern Africa Mission Director Leslie Marbury signing.

United States and South Africa sign Government-to-Government Agreement

The United States and South Africa today signed a new Comprehensive Case Management for Children Government-to-Government (G2G) Agreement...

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Social Development Appropriation Bill – Vote 7

Honorable Speaker Honorable Premier and Cabinet colleagues, Honorable Members of the Provincial Legislature in the house and on the virtual...

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