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Hope and empowerment for Persons with Disabilities

Tshego Tlou, from Soweto, went blind in 2014 and called a radio station asking if there was an organization that can assist him. Someone...

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Beyond Stereotypes: Broadening our understanding of GBV

16 Days of Activism For No Violence Against Women and Children may start next week, but the Western Cape Government (WCG) is not waiting to...

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Disability rights are human rights

This week’s focus while we observe Disability Rights Awareness Month is on children, under the theme: “Accelerate efforts in realizing the...

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Western Cape DSD facility for disabled persons on track with upgrades

To celebrate the start of Disability Rights Awareness Month observed between 03 November and 03 December annually, Western Cape Minister of...

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MEC Fernandez thanks Social Development staff for their commitment

Today marks the end of Social Development Month, a month in which we celebrate government’s commitment to caring for and supporting the most...

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MEC Fernandez urges parents to keep an eye on children this summer

Summer is around the corner, and with it comes the spirit of joviality, but the season also calls for caution on various fronts. The Western...

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Western Cape Government is doing all it can to help young people find jobs

Over the month of October, Premier Alan Winde has engaged with young people who have benefited from Western Cape Government-led job...

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DSD presents 2022/23 Annual Report

The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) presented its 2022/23 Annual Report to the Western Cape Provincial Parliament on...

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DSD supports over 130 000 girls with Sanitary Dignity Project

As we celebrate International Day of the Girl Child, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) continues to promote the...

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DSD and partners unpack the National Drug Master Plan

Today, 3 October 2023, the Provincial Department of Social Development in partnership with the Central Drug Authority, Provincial Substance...

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