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Another arrest following hijacking of DSD vehicle: Department calls for stronger action to protect staff

The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) has welcomed the recovery of a vehicle hijacked from DSD officials following a joint...

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DSD welcomes arrests amid ongoing hijackings

The Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Wendy Kaizer-Philander, has welcomed the arrests in one of the WCDSD hijacking cases. “I...

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DSD offers support to family of Octavia Swarts

The Western Cape Department of Social Development has made support available to the family of Octavia Swarts and has committed to monitor...

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Partnership makes play accessible to children with disabilities

The freedom of play is something many take for granted. For the children at the Lonwabo Special Care Centre for children with disabilities...

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SWIMS external portal streamlines child abuse reporting

Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Wendy Kaizer-Philander, today announced that the Social Work Integrated Management (SWIMS)...

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DSD investigates suspected abuse of West Coast baby

The Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Wendy Kaizer-Philander, can confirm that social workers are conducting a child protection...

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Western Cape Minister Jaco Londt moves to Education

I am honoured to announce that I am stepping into the role of Western Cape Minister of Education. Thank you to Premier Alan Winde for...

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Western Cape DSD and SASSA discuss strengthening cooperation

The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) met yesterday with the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) in the Western...

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DSD urges residents to use registered substance abuse treatment services

As we commemorate International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, also known as World Drug Day, we appeal to residents to make...

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DSD launches specialised CYCC for children with disabilities

The Western Cape Department of Social Development has launched the House of Grace Child and Youth Care Centre in Grabouw, addressing a...

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