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News and Speeches for Ministry of Social Development

Keeping children safe should be main priority during the holidays

13 December 2023

Schools are closing today and the holiday season has begun for many families. While this is a joyful period, there are many risks to be aware of, especially for parents and caregivers. Read More

16 days are over, now the real work begins

11 December 2023

The 16 Days of Activism For No Violence Against Women and Children Campaign has come to an end, but now the real work begins and must continue every day. Read More

WCG shows its support for GBV survivors

5 December 2023

Scores of people across the Western Cape formed human chains as a show of support for victims and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) on 05 December 2023 as part of the 16 Days of Activism For No Violence Against Women and Children Cam Read More

Let us continue protecting the rights of Persons with Disabilities

4 December 2023

Disability Rights Awareness Month – which is observed between 03 November and 03 December – may be coming to an end, but we should continue recognizing that the rights of persons with disabilities are human rights. Read More

Invitation to WCG’s Human Chain event

1 December 2023

On Tuesday, 05 December 2023, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Sharna Fernandez, – along with Premier Alan Winde – will form part of a human chain. Read More