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From the Library to Lecture Halls: The Story of Leonardo Abrahams

Leonardo began visiting the Ashton Library in Grade 10, in 2017. His first school project was about water, and the library assisted him by...

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WCG pledges continued support amid national cuts to cultural event funding

The Western Cape Government (WCG) notes with great concern that the National Department of Sports, Culture and Art continues to withdraw...

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Team Western Cape crowned winners of Winter National School Sport Championships!

The Western Cape Government proudly celebrates the news that Team Western Cape achieved the status of overall winners at the Winter National...

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The panel of experts leading Session 1 at the #SASA2025 Conference

Archivists unite for progress at the Annual South African Society of Archivists (SASA) Conference

The much-anticipated Annual South African Society of Archivists (SASA) Conference kicked off on 8 July 2025 at the prestigious Old Mutual...

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The 22nd edition of Suidoosterfees celebrates art, hope, talent, and opportunity

The Western Cape Government is proud to welcome the 22nd edition of the Suidoosterfees, taking place from 30 April to 4 May 2025 at the...

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Former Blitzboks coach Norman Mbiko remembered as a trailblazer for rugby and transformation

Western Cape Government Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, has paid tribute to the late Norman Mbiko, hailing him as...

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Minister Ricardo Mackenzie encourages runners ahead of the Two Oceans Marathon weekend

The Western Cape is proud to welcome thousands of athletes and spectators to one of the most iconic races in the world – the Two Oceans...

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Minister offers condolences following the passing of Crystal-Donna Roberts

Minister offers condolences following the passing of Crystal-Donna Roberts The Western Cape Government is saddened at the sudden and...

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Entries open for the Western Cape Big Walk

On Sunday, 6 October 2024, the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, in partnership with the City of Cape Town and Western...

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Cultural Development

Western Cape Cultural Commission

The Western Cape Cultural Commission (WCCC) is a statutory body that advises the Minister of

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