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“Great gift to humanity”: DCAS welcomes historic honour bestowed on David Kramer and the late Taliep Petersen

Western Cape MEC of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, has welcomed the City of Cape Town’s decision to award the Freedom of the...

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Western Cape Government strengthens international collaboration in fire and disaster management at Intersec 2026, Dubai

The Western Cape Government, represented by the Department of Local Government: Chief Directorate – Disaster Management and Fire Rescue...

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Premier calls for better resourcing during Kraaifontein SAPS oversight visit

To address major public concern regarding policing in Cape Town and to address challenges facing the South African Police Service (SAPS)...

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N9 (5 km) between George and Oudtshoorn and Reseal of Waboomskraal Road

The Reconstruction of the N9 (5 km) between George and Oudtshoorn and Reseal of Waboomskraal Road Reconstruction of a section of the N9 (5KM...

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Gericke Street road closure

Notice of temporary closure intersection of Gericke Street (Shell Service Station) and Louis Fourie Road The landside of the Gericke Street...

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All systems go for the 2026 school year in the Western Cape!

14 January 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape This morning I joined Premier Alan Winde at...

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Silikamva High School make history with 100% matric pass rate!

13 January 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape This morning we celebrated the release of the...

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Western Cape records reduction in weekly road fatalities as enforcement continues into the new year

As the Western Cape ushers in the new year, the province has recorded a notable reduction in weekly road fatalities compared to the previous...

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Highest ever matric pass rate for the Western Cape – again!

12 January 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape The Western Cape Class of 2025 has delivered the...

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Mowbray Maternity Hospital renovations

Mowbray Maternity Hospital has begun a major two‑year renovation project to create a safer, more comfortable and efficient environment for...

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Elands Bay set to benefit from planned infrastructure opportunities

Media Release by Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers At a ministerial visit to Elands Bay on 10 January 2026, the...

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Minister Ricardo Mackenzie opens the 29th Cape Town Jazzathon

Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, has opened the 29th Cape Town Jazzathon at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre...

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