Two Western Cape companies have earned international recognition for the province’s R19 billion food industry.Blue Africa Trading and Munch Bowls both won big at the SIAL Innovation Awards which were held in Shanghai earlier this week. Read More
Alan Winde, Minister of Economic Opportunities, will congratulate two award-winning Western Cape companies which have earned international attention for their innovative products. Read More
The lack of capacity in municipal Budget and Treasury Offices (BTO) is a critical governance issue that if left unattended will impact on sound financial management, audit outcomes and sustainable service delivery. Read More
Suppliers and service providers who intend to do business with the Western Cape Government must be registered on the Western Cape Supplier Database (WCSD).Registration on the WCSD is free, and no awards will be made to suppliers/service providers... Read More
The Department of Agriculture provides an update on the status of the African Horse Sickness cases and containment areas. Read More
Department of Agriculture relaxes veterinary control measures for African Horse Sickness. Read More
A Wynberg establishment has been forced to close its doors after breaking several liquor laws.The Western Cape Liquor Authority swooped in on Funky Lemon after a series of charges were levelled against the nightclub. Read More
Two Western Cape hotels have earned top spots in Tripadvisor’s 2014 list of “Travelers’ Choice Hotels with Exceptional Service”. Read More
Cape Town-based app start-up, Over, has scooped the top prize at an international start-up conference.Alan Winde, Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, today (19 May 2014) met with Over CEO, Aaron Marshall, and the company’s VP of... Read More
The Western Cape gets exposure as its iconic and beautiful scenery is promoted in the latest British Airways video to exhibit their airline’s new aircraft. Read More
It’s a bumper month for the Cape Town International Convention Centre, with the venue hosting a range of diverse events.Alan Winde, Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, said the venue’s schedule for this month showcased its... Read More
StatsSA’s Quarter 1 2014 Labour Force Survey, released today, highlights once again that the Western Cape is the leading province in terms of job creation in South Africa. Read More
The Western Cape Government, in partnership with the City of Cape Town, today (22 April 2014) announced that a R2.8 million digital access centre is set to be launched in Elsies River. Read More
Increased air access between Cape Town and strategic locations could create 3 950 jobs and generate R392 million for the local economy.These are the findings of the business case used to develop the province’s Air Access strategy. Read More
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Alan Winde, Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, will today (9 April 2014) attend the launch of a city-based business incubator supporting emerging entrepreneurs.Shanduka Black Umbrellas have branches across the country and will... Read More
This year, the Western Cape Government will invest a further R27 million in work experience internships for matriculants, through the Premier’s Advancement for Youth (PAY)Project. Read More
Minister Gerrit van Rensburg seeks strong evidence from the National Minister of Agriculture in regards to the allegations made about farm workers human rights being violated in the Western Cape. Read More
Delegates of the 16th International Congress on Infectious Diseases are in Cape Town – marking the first time in 22 years the conference is being held in Africa. Read More
Western Cape Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, Alan Winde, says the new multi-million rand airport lounge is set to boost the tourism industry in the Western Cape. Read More