News and Speeches for Western Cape Government
Hundreds of thousands of jobs in tourism, clothing, &BPO created in growing WC
20 December 2023In the eight months between the beginning of April and the end of November 2023, targeted skills programmes, run by the Western Cape Government’s (WCG) Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT), in partnership with the private sector, re Read More
TeleICU pilot project is foundation for further innovation in health technology
20 December 2023TeleICU pilot project lays the foundation for further innovation in digital health technology Read More
Municipal matters addressed at Departmental MinMay
20 December 2023On Tuesday, 28 November 2023, the Department of Local Government convened its biannual MinMay meeting, a strategic engagement chaired by Minister Anton Bredell, MEC for Minister for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning... Read More
Public urged to follow instructions of firefighting authorities in Simon’s Town
20 December 2023Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning today urged the public to follow instructions from firefighters managing the wildfire in Simon’s Town, which has been burning since Tuesday morni Read More
The senseless attacks on our producers and agri workers must be condemned
20 December 2023Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer, has condemned the killing of a farmer, Mr Willem van der Westhuizen, and the assault on his wife, Christine, in an attack on their farm outside VanRyhynsdorp. Read More
LEAP Officers confiscate 27 firearm during November
19 December 2023The Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) officers once again made their presence felt when they executed various operations across the areas where they are deployed. Between 30 October and 3 December 2023, the officers confiscated 27 firearms and... Read More
Outcomes of last Western Cape Government Cabinet meeting of 2023
14 December 2023Media Release: Outcomes of last Western Cape Government Cabinet meeting for 2023 On Wednesday, 13 December, Premier Alan Winde chaired the last meeting of 2023 of the Western Cape Government (WCG) Cabinet. Read More
Patients receive good, healthy meals at all Western Cape public hospitals
14 December 2023The food services at hospitals of the Western Department of Health and Wellness play a crucial role in contributing to the efficiency of patient care. Read More
37 Peace Officers graduate in Swellendam and Theewaterskloof
14 December 2023Statement by Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Reagen Allen Read More
Keeping children safe should be main priority during the holidays
13 December 2023Schools are closing today and the holiday season has begun for many families. While this is a joyful period, there are many risks to be aware of, especially for parents and caregivers. Read More
Western Cape schools are full
13 December 2023As of 11 December 2023, we have allocated places for 120 778, or 99.43%, of the learners for whom applications were received for Grade 1 and 8 for the 2024 school year. Read More
Minister Marais congratulates triumphant Western Cape Summer Games team
13 December 2023Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport Anroux Marais has congratulated the Western Cape team for retaining the trophy and ending in first place at the South African National Schools Summer Games Championship, which was held in... Read More
16 days are over, now the real work begins
11 December 2023The 16 Days of Activism For No Violence Against Women and Children Campaign has come to an end, but now the real work begins and must continue every day. Read More
Clarence Drive reopening for one-way traffic
11 December 2023Clarence Drive is set to reopen today, 11 December 2023. While the road will be opened as soon as it is safe, road users are urged to plan and delay trips till late afternoon to allow teams to fully vacate the site. Read More
Minister Mbombo unveils Department’s festive season readiness plans
11 December 2023On the 11th of December, Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Nomafrench Mbombo, together with senior officials of the department, unveiled the province’s festive season readiness plans at Hermanus Provincial Hospital. Read More
WCG adjustments budget votes offer hope despite fiscal mess
10 December 2023Media Release: WCG adjustments budget votes offer hope despite national government’s fiscal mess Read More
Minister Meyer meets with the Fruit Industry regarding the Port of Cape Town
9 December 2023On 6 December 2023, Western Cape Agricultural Minister, Ivan Meyer, met with key stakeholders within the agricultural sector regarding the grave and deeply concerning situation at the Port of Cape Town (PoCT). Read More
Outcomes of regular Western Cape Government Cabinet meeting
8 December 2023Media Release: Outcomes of regular Western Cape Government Cabinet meeting Premier Alan Winde chaired a regular meeting of the Western Cape Government (WCG) Cabinet on Wednesday, 6 December 2023. Read More
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