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Decrease in vandalism and theft at schools during summer holidays
15 February 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape The number of incidents of burglary and vandalism...
Progress at Heathfield High School must not be disrupted
12 February 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape We have filed our answering affidavit responding...
Highest Grade 3 annual systemic test results ever!
11 February 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape We have made a massive investment into early...
WCED wrapping up the last of admission placement in the Western Cape
9 February 2026 – Statement by Bronagh Hammond, Director of Communication, Western Cape Education Department Since the beginning of January...
Western Cape 2025 National Senior Certificate Awards
29 January 2026 – Speech by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape Good morning, To our top candidates, To our top...
WCED files application for leave to appeal Labour Court decision
24 January 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape Yesterday, the Western Cape Education Department...
All systems go for the 2026 school year in the Western Cape!
14 January 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape This morning I joined Premier Alan Winde at...
Silikamva High School make history with 100% matric pass rate!
13 January 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape This morning we celebrated the release of the...
Highest ever matric pass rate for the Western Cape – again!
12 January 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape The Western Cape Class of 2025 has delivered the...
WCED ready for 2026 school year – Late applications continue to impact placement progress
9 January 2026 – Statement by Bronagh Hammond, Director of Communication, Western Cape Education Department The Western Cape Education...
Debate on Vote 5: Education Adjustment Budget | 11 December 2025
11 December 2025 – Speech by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape Yesterday, schools closed for learners, bringing to...
Scam targeting teachers
10 December 2025 – Statement by Bronagh Hammond, Director of Communication, Western Cape Education Department The Western Cape Education...