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Western Cape Government to launch Phase 2 of Jobseeker Travel Voucher Programme
The Western Cape Government is pleased to announce the launch of Phase 2 of the “Getting You to Work” Jobseeker Travel Voucher Programme...
Western Cape Government condemns deadly shooting at Mfuleni Taxi Rank
The Western Cape Government strongly condemns the deadly violence that occurred this morning, 6 June, just after 7am at the Mfuleni minibus...
Western Cape launches innovative Computerised Learners’ Licence Testing System
The Western Cape Government marked a significant milestone in its commitment to safer roads and smarter service delivery with the official...
#ConnectingCommunities: comment invited on the future of mobility in the Western Cape
The Western Cape Government invites residents and transport stakeholders to comment on the draft Western Cape Provincial Land Transport...
Walk and cycle safely: Western Cape supports UN Global Road Safety Week
The Western Cape Government is committed to supporting the 8th UN Global Road Safety Week, which runs from 12-18 May 2025. This year's theme...
The Western Cape Government welcomes return to operation of driving licence card printing
The Western Cape Government (WCG) welcomes the news that the national driving licence card printing machine is finally back online. This...
Western Cape residents invited to comment on proposed motor vehicle licence fee increases
The Western Cape Government is inviting residents to comment on the proposed increases to motor vehicle licence (MVL) fees, published in the...
Western Cape Government calls for heightened road safety ahead of long weekend and school break
As another long weekend approaches, followed by a week-long school break, the Western Cape Government is urging all road users to prioritise...
Easter Weekend road deaths decline in Western Cape, but safety plea continues
The Western Cape Government is encouraged by the slight decline in road-related fatalities over the 2025 Easter weekend, but continues to...
183 Arrested for drunk driving as Western Cape braces for Easter traffic surge
As the Easter weekend approaches, the Western Cape Government is urging all road users to exercise caution, remain vigilant, and take...
R3.2 Billion push for safer roads, improved mobility, and a stronger economy
On 7 April 2025, Western Cape Mobility Minister, Isaac Sileku, delivered a dynamic R3.2 billion budget that puts the province’s residents at...
Main appropriation budget debate speech 2025/26
Speaker Deputy Speaker Premier Cabinet colleagues Leader of the Opposition Honorable Members of this House Guests in the gallery Members of...
Western Cape Government offers free 10-Point vehicle safety checks ahead of Easter
In our bid to make our roads safer, the Western Cape Government will be offering free 10-point vehicle safety checks for all motorists ahead...
Pedestrian safety on Western Cape roads a growing concern
Over the past three weeks, 33 pedestrians have lost their lives in road traffic incidents across the Western Cape, making up a significant...
WCG congratulates PRASA on implementation of successful trial operations on the Central line
The Western Cape Government welcomes PRASA’s implementation of multiple successful trial operations on the Cape Town to Chris Hani...