News and Speeches for Provincial Cabinet
DSD programmes crucial to restoring the human dignity of youth at risk
17 September 2020The Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Sharna Fernandez said, “In an effort to reduce all forms of violence in South African society, we all need to challenge the destructive and outdated expectations around manhood that are counter-... Read More
We are ready to welcome business travellers to Cape Town and the Western Cape
16 September 2020With our innovative hybrid conferencing and meeting facilities, world-class attractions and strict health measures in place, we are ready to welcome business travellers back to the City of Cape Town and the Western Cape. Read More
Conradie housing construction commence in September
16 September 2020Media Release by Bonginkosi Madikizela, Western Cape Minister of Transport and Public Works Read More
Minister Marais mourns the loss of Gawie Fagan
15 September 2020The Western Cape architectural and heritage landscape has lost a great voice with the passing of Gawie Fagan. Read More
Minister Marais mourns with Bonteheuwel over the loss of beloved Flori Skrikker
14 September 2020It is with great sadness that Ministry of Cultural Affairs and Sport heard of the passing of the legendary “Auntie Flori” Skrikker from Bonteheuwel over the weekend. Read More
Minister Madikizela extends condolences to CODETA following death of leader
14 September 2020Media Release by Bonginkosi Madikizela, Western Cape Minister of Transport and Public Works Read More
Mantashe to urgently finalise and gazette Section 34 Determinations
11 September 2020We welcome the announcement yesterday (10 September 2020), by Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, that the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has provided its concurrence to three Section 34 Ministerial... Read More
DSD commemorates World Suicide Prevention Day
10 September 2020The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) is commemorating World Suicide Prevention Day today, 10 September 2020, to promote its commitment and action to prevent suicides. Read More
Tourism Month: World-class West Coast a great option for families
10 September 2020Yesterday (09 September 2020), Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, David Maynier, visited tourism attractions on the West Coast to highlight the great experiences that we have to offer in the Western Cape. Read More
UPDATE: 1505 recoveries across Old Age Homes
10 September 2020The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) continues to monitor strict health and safety protocols across old age homes in the Province, to prevent the further spread of Covid-19. Read More
Minister Fernandez commemorates International FASD Awareness Day
9 September 2020Today marks the 21st annual commemoration of International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Day, and Provincial Minister of Social Development Sharna Fernandez encourages everyone to show their support by observing a minute’s... Read More
Tourism Month: Western Cape tourist guide registration system goes online
9 September 2020We are excited to announce a new online system launched to make it easier for the 5 000 tourist guides in the Western Cape to register, renew and update their details. Read More
Minister Madikizela to visit Garden Route to address taxi industry challenges
8 September 2020Minister Madikizela to revisit Garden Route to address challenges facing the taxi industry Read More
GDP contraction: We will urgently rebuild our economy in the Western Cape
8 September 2020The massive 51% real GDP contraction in the second quarter of this year shows just how devastating the lockdown has been on the economy across South Africa. Read More
Minister Madikizela intervenes to end deadly war between CATA and CODETA
6 September 2020Taxi violence: Minister Madikizela intervenes to end deadly war between CATA and CODETA Read More
Minister Fritz calls for calm in St Helena Bay ahead of planned protests
4 September 2020The Minister of Community Safety, Albert Fritz, calls for calm in St Helena Bay amidst reports of planned protest action tomorrow under the banner of #JusticeforLeo. Read More
UPDATE: Increase in COVID-19 recoveries across Old Age Homes continue
2 September 2020In recognising the vulnerability of older persons during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Social Development continues to monitor the infection rates at homes, whilst also working to ensure that the dignity and rights of older persons are... Read More
Western Cape electricity update: Eskom announces Stage 4 loadshedding
2 September 2020Eskom’s announcement of stage 4 loadshedding is a bitter blow to the Western Cape economy just starting to pick up from the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Read More
Minister Fritz hosts workshop on violence prevention
1 September 2020Yesterday, the Minister of Community Safety, Albert Fritz, held an internal workshop focusing on its approach to violence prevention for youth. Minister Fritz has noted that violence is a public health issue, as well as a police and correctional... Read More
Tourism Month: Western Cape receives global Safety Stamp
1 September 2020To mark the start of Tourism Month, we are excited to announce that the Western Cape has been awarded the prestigious Safe Travels Stamp by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). Read More
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