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Champions

Western Cape athletes soar to success in three-peat at National School Sport Championships

The provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, congratulates Team Western Cape on being crowned Overall National...

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The team who are competing at the championships

DCAS salutes Western Cape athletes attending the Summer National School Sport Championships

Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, has passed on his support and best wishes to the learners of Team...

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George Festival brings the vibrancy of Culture, Art and Sport to the heart of the Garden Route

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS) invites residents of George and surrounding areas, and holiday makers to join an...

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MEC Ricardo Mackenzie congratulates Blitzboks on successive crowns

Western Cape Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, congratulates the Springbok Sevens (Blitzboks) team for...

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Western Cape gears up for season of major festivals boosting tourism, culture and jobs

The Western Cape Government is pleased to highlight an exciting line-up of major cultural and tourism events taking place across the...

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WCG unveils game-changing Events Portal to cement province as Africa’s premier events destination

The Western Cape Government (WCG) has officially launched its Events Portal, a comprehensive digital platform designed to showcase and...

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Summer Initiation Season to start on 1 November 2025

The 2025 Summer Initiation Season will start on 1 November 2025 and run until 31 January 2026, marking the beginning of a significant...

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WCG Proud to Partner with Sanlam Cape Town Marathon for a Healthier, More Active Province

The Western Cape Government (WCG) is proud to once again be a partner in the 2025 Cape Town Marathon - Africa’s only Abbott World Marathon...

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Loukmaan Adams received a Ministerial commendation

Cultural Awards celebrates legends of the industry

On Tuesday, 7 October 2025, the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS) hosted the annual Cultural Awards at the...

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WCG celebrates Heritage Month by honouring living traditions and shared heritage

Under the 2025 national theme, “Reimagine Our Heritage Institutions for a New Era,” the Western Cape Government proudly celebrates Heritage...

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