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Western Cape Government acts with urgency in R22 million fodder support for livestock farmers

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) has approved R22 million in risk reduction relief to provide fodder support to livestock...

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Western Cape calls for urgent coordination and system strengthening following National Schools Athletics challenges

The Western Cape Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport has raised concern regarding the recent developments affecting the 2026...

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Western Cape records 14% drop in Easter road fatalities as visible policing and enforcement improves road safety

The Western Cape Government has recorded a 14% drop in road traffic deaths over the 2026 Easter period, thanks to increased visible traffic...

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Department of Infrastructure's Community Matters radio show and podcast

The Department of Infrastructure (DOI) features Provincial Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers in the 12th episode of the Community...

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Smooth operations at PRE as Easter peak season continues

As the busy Easter period continues, the Western Cape Mobility Department thanks transport operators and motorists for helping keep roads...

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29 arrested as traffic officers tighten Easter road safety enforcement

Provincial Traffic Services have intensified Easter road safety operations across major routes in the Western Cape, adopting a high...

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Nine out of ten children with severe head injuries were not restrained – a single “click” can save a life this Easter

As families prepare to travel this Easter, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is insisting that children’s safety come first...

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Western Cape Government supports preparations for 2027 Cricket World Cup

The Western Cape Government has committed R15 million to support upgrades at both World Sports Betting (WSB) Newlands Cricket Ground and...

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Minister Sileku visits Easter road safety operations

As the Easter long weekend approaches, Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku today (2 April 2026) visited road safety operations at...

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Malmesbury Bypass officially open

Joint Media Release by Premier Alan Winde and Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers On Tuesday, 31 March 2026, Western...

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Don’t wait! Parents of 28 000 current Grade 7s have not yet applied for Grade 8 next year

31 March 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape Parents are responsible for applying on time for a...

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Western Cape adds 800+ posts to strengthen public healthcare system

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is entering a new phase of stabilisation and strengthening of its health system, with...

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