News and Speeches for Department of Transport and Public Works
Do not obscure vehicle number plates with bike racks
30 June 2016Cycling enthusiasts driving to the two-day family cycling festival in Knysna on 2 and 3 July 2016 must ensure their number plates, vehicle lights, brake lights, and indicators are visible at all times. Read More
Historic District Six to receive new community health facility
29 June 2016Joint Statement by Ministers Dr Nomafrench Mbombo and Mr Donald Grant Western Cape Ministry of Health and Western Cape Ministry of Transport and Public Works Read More
Twenty-one arrested for drinking and driving this weekend
27 June 2016A preliminary report from the Western Cape Department of Health’s Forensic Pathology Services indicates that three road users died on the province’s roads over the weekend. Read More
Visit to construction site of the District Six Community Health Centre
27 June 2016On Wednesday, 29 June 2016, Dr Nomafrench Mbombo, Western Cape Minister of Health and Donald Grant, Minister of Transport and Public Works will conduct an oversight visit to the site where the new R104 million District Six Community Health Centre... Read More
Toll fees hike for Chapman’s Peak Drive
27 June 2016Toll fees on Chapman’s Peak Drive will increase to R21 for registered minibus taxi operators, R27 for motorcycles, and R42 for light motor vehicles with effect from 1 July 2016. Read More
Temporary closure of Breede River Bridge
22 June 2016The Breede River Bridge between Rawsonville and Worcester will be closed from 3pm on 24 June until 6pm on 26 June 2016 for necessary repairs and widening. Read More
Successful learner transport blitz in Bonnievale
22 June 2016This morning (22 June 2016), the Department of Transport and Public Works clamped down on dodgy learner transport operators in Bonnievale. Read More
Expect delays when travelling to Snoek en Patatfees, Goedverwacht
20 June 2016Motorists can expect delays when travelling to the Snoek en Patatfees to be held in Goedverwacht near Piketberg on 24 and 25 June 2016. Read More
Twenty-five arrested for drinking and driving over the weekend
20 June 2016A preliminary report from the Western Cape Department of Health’s Forensic Pathology Services indicates that three road users died on the province’s roads over the weekend. Read More
Outcome of meeting with WC metered taxi council
20 June 2016Statement by Donald Grant, Minister of Transport and Public Works Today (20 June 2016), senior officials and I met with representatives of the Western Cape metered taxi council. The meeting was convened to discuss the concerns of metered taxi... Read More
Youth Day celebrated in Riviersonderend
17 June 2016Youth Day was celebrated in Riviersonderend with members of the community learning more about staying safe on the roads and the importance of staying away from drugs and crime. Read More
Expect closures on Chapman’s Peak Drive this winter
15 June 2016Motorists can expect intermittent road closures on Chapman’s Peak Drive this winter whenever high-risk weather conditions make the road unsafe. Read More
Dräger gets green light for roll out from 1 August 2016
15 June 2016Statement by Donald Grant, Minister of Transport and Public Works Read More
New Karl Bremer building wins green accolades
14 June 2016The Department of Transport and Public Works has been recognised by the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) for its work on a building currently under construct Read More
Construction of Beaufort West Clinic
14 June 2016The Western Cape Department of Transport and Public Works delivers infrastructure and services to people of the province to promote positive socio-economic outcome and safe, empowered and connected communities. Read More
Current Go George routes finalised and mapped
14 June 2016George Municipality Press Release Read More
Four fatalities on Western Cape roads
13 June 2016A preliminary report from the Western Cape Department of Health’s Forensic Pathology Services indicates that four road users died on the province’s roads over the weekend. Read More
Controversial “First Kiss” campaign a massive hit
13 June 2016Statement by Donald Grant, Minister of Transport and Public Works Rear seat seat-belt compliance up 161% and 27.5% increase in overall seatbelt compliance. May 2016 passenger fatalities down 30% versus 2014, 2015 numbers. Read More
Update on roadworks between Ashton and Montagu
9 June 2016A plan is in place to make up for lost time on a 36-month Department of Transport and Public Works contract to rehabilitate and upgrade various sections of the R60 and R62 between Ashton and Montagu through Cogmanskloof. Read More
Brand new R47 million Sinenjongo High School nearing completion
9 June 2016Joint statement by Minister Debbie Schafer and Minister Donald Grant Western Cape Minister of Education and Minister of Transport and Public Works Read More
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