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World Consumer Rights Day Focuses on Telecommunications Industry

13 March 2014

It is World Consumer Rights Day on 15 March, with this year’s focus on the telecommunications industry.The global theme for World Consumer Rights Day 2014 is “Fix Your Phone Rights”. Read More

Media Alert: Minister Fritz to Launch Swartland Social Development Forum

13 March 2014

Minister of Social Development, Albert Fritz to launch the Swartland Social Development Forum at the Wesbank Community Hall today. Read More

Western Cape Government Seeks Legal Opinion on its Constitutionality

13 March 2014

The recently published Draft Employment Equity Regulations has brought up concerns upon the Western Cape Government which has led them to request a legal opinion towards the regulations stated. Read More

World Consumer Rights Day

13 March 2014

On 15 March 2014, South Africa, along with the rest of the international community will celebrate World Consumer Rights Day. Read More

Heritage Review Committee Rules in Favour of Bo-Kaap

12 March 2014

The independent review committee which considers appeals on heritage matters has upheld a decision to refuse permission for the demolition of a building in Bo-Kaap. The outcome of the appeal can be described as a victory for people with a long... Read More

Bellville Workshop Apprentices Set for Skilled Artisans' Careers

12 March 2014

The Department of Transport and Public Works prioritises to fulfil the demand of more highly skilled artisans in the mechanical field through the apprenticeship programme. Read More

Media Alert: Mayor De Lille and Premier Zille to Attend Sod-turning Ceremony

12 March 2014

The sod-turning ceremony will take place at the housing development at Hangberg. Read More

Successful Sport Transformation Indaba Held in Cape Town

11 March 2014

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport hosted a successful Sport Transformation Indaba in Cape Town on 8 March 2014. Read More

Media Alert: Science, Technology and Sport Conference in Stellenbosch

11 March 2014

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport will be hosting the Science, Technology and Sport conference in partnership with Stellenbosch University from 12 to 14 March 2014. The target audience is coaches and administrators who are engaged in... Read More

109km of Memories for Development Cyclists

11 March 2014

Despite the windy conditions, cyclists linked to the Nedbank Sports Trust Cycling Development Programme successfully completed the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Momentum Cycle Tour on 9 March 2014. The programme is a partnership between Nedbank and the... Read More

2014 Cape Town International Jazz Festival

11 March 2014

The 15th annual Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) will once again thrill jazz lovers with world class music on 28 and 29 March 2014. The star-studded line-up includes first-rate international acts like afro-soul jazz singer Erykah Badu... Read More

Western Cape Health Minister Launches Wellness Centres

11 March 2014

The Western Cape Department of Health partners with pharmacy groups to bring the HIV screening service to clinics as a promotion of wellness to patients in the Western Cape. Read More

South Africa's First Non-Metro Integrated Public Transport Network

11 March 2014

A new Integrated public transport system in George is set to connect thousands of commuters to places of work in a cost effective way. Read More

Marvel at the Cape Town Carnival

11 March 2014

The streets of the Mother City are set to explode with colour and life when the annual Cape Town Carnival takes to the streets on Saturday, 15 March 2014. The theme for this year’s event is “imagine”. Designers, artists, inventors, students,... Read More

Department of Health Kicks off Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Drive

10 March 2014

The Western Cape Government Health encourages parents and guardians of Grade four female learners to get vaccinated against Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Read More

Western Cape Health Facilities Geared for Eskom's Load Shedding

10 March 2014

Western Cape Health department has secured a standard contingency plan in preparation for any electricity emergency that may affect hospitals across the province. Read More

Western Cape Government Health's Position on Training of Doctors in Cuba

10 March 2014

Western Cape Minister of Health says he stands by the decision to not send students to Cuba for medical training. Read More

Workshop Inspires Young Langa Musicians

10 March 2014

A group of young jazz musicians from Langa High School felt inspired after participating in a schools music and skills workshop on 8 March 2014. The event was the last of four training and development workshops hosted by ESP Afrika, producers of the... Read More

Minister Plato to Conduct Community Walkabouts in Mitchells Plain

10 March 2014

On Wednesday, 12 March 2014, Dan Plato, Western Cape Minister of Community Safety, will be visiting Tafelsig and Beacon Valley in Mitchells Plain to speak to residents about safety concerns, following the high number of gang-related shootings over... Read More

Turning the Tide on Human Papillomavirus Vaccination

10 March 2014

The Human Papillomavirus Vaccination drive commences as health teams visit schools around the Western Cape to vaccinate Grade 4 girls. Read More

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