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Minister Mackenzie calls for support for ‘Lights On After School’ 2024

It is one week to go until global ‘Lights On After School’ Day, which will be celebrated on 24 October 2024 to highlight the vital role...

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WC Indigenous Games Festival 2024 - celebrating our collective heritage

On Tuesday, 24 September 2024, Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, officially opened the Western Cape...

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Minister Marais expresses condolences on passing of Kathy Dumbrell

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Ms. Kathy Dumbrell, a member of the Western Cape Cultural Commission (WCCC). She was a passionate and...

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Nicolaas Cleef House unveiled as Provincial Heritage Site

One of the oldest buildings in Stellenbosch was officially unveiled as a Provincial Heritage Site on Tuesday 21 November 2023. Nicolaas...

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Four criminal cases opened against illegal traditional initiation schools

Officials of the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, accompanied by members of the Provincial Initiation Coordination...

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Calling all residents in Delft for November's First Thursday - 2 November 2023

Calling all residents in Delft! The premier and the mayor are eager to meet with you in person to engage on any concerns, challenges, or...

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Western Cape Government and Hisense partner for new Tevolution Museum

On Monday, 30 October 2023, the Western Cape Government signed a Letter of Intent with Hisense South Africa for the establishment of a...

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Premier and Minister Marais laud YearBeyond programme as careers fairs take off

Joint Media Release: Premier & Minister Marais laud YearBeyond programme as careers fairs take off YearBeyond - a Youth Service Programme...

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Minister Anroux Marais refutes rumours of a name change for George

The Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport has taken note of erroneous claims that the town of George has changed its name to...

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Premier saddened by deaths of three navy officers

Media Release: Premier saddened by deaths of three navy officers Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has expressed his profound sadness at the...

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