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The Western Cape #ClassOf2024 in numbers

15 October 2024

A total of 75 647 candidates will write the National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams this year in the Western Cape. Read More

Minister Simmers hands over title deeds in Overstrand

11 October 2024

Today, Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers, handed over a total of 82 title deeds to beneficiaries. Read More

Western Cape Department of Social Development Annual Report 2023/24

10 October 2024

The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) presented its Annual Report 2023/24 to the Western Cape Provincial Parliament (WCPP) today, which highlighted its ability to be responsive to the changing needs of vulnerable residents despite... Read More

Celebrating progress in palliative care: 10 years since the resolution

10 October 2024

Palliative care is not just a service, but a lifeline for families navigating challenging health experiences. Read More

Department of the Premier’s Annual Report highlights successes of WC Government

9 October 2024

On Monday, 7 October 2024, members of the Western Cape Provincial Parliament’s (WCPP) Standing Committee on the Premier and Constitutional Matters deliberated on the Department of the Premier’s (DoTP) 2023/24 Annual Report. Read More

WC Government welcomes much-needed visa reforms

9 October 2024

Premier Winde welcomes the gazetting of the Remote Work Visa. This critical milestone will go a long way in boosting our economy and creating more jobs. "We must collectively explore ways to unlock the potential of the Western Cape and the country's... Read More

DSD taking services to the “doorstep” of the people of Central Karoo

9 October 2024

The Western Cape Government is always looking for ways to improve service delivery, especially when it comes to services for vulnerable residents. Read More

Minister Simmers to hand over title deeds in Overstrand

9 October 2024

On Thursday, 10 October 2024, Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers, will visit the Overstrand Municipality to hand over title deeds to beneficiaries in Gansbaai, B Read More

Minister Marais on the arrest of seven SAPS members for extortion

8 October 2024

Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety Anroux Marais has welcomed the arrest of seven suspects on extortion charges, while expressing grave concerns that all seven are currently serving in the South African Police Service. Read More

Western Cape Government condemns extortion in public transport

8 October 2024

Joint statement by Minister Anroux Marais and Minister Isaac Sileku Western Cape Government Condemns Extortion in Public Transport Industry and Urges Residents to Report to SAPS Hotline Read More

Minister Simmers hands over eight more houses in Ebenhaezer, Bitou

8 October 2024

Today, Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers, handed over eight housing units to beneficiaries of the Ebenhaezer Housing Project in Plettenberg Bay, Bitou. Read More

Media invite to launch of “Service to the People” DSD Mobile Office

7 October 2024

The media are invited to attend the launch of the Western Cape Department of Social Development’s (DSD) first mobile office on 09 October 2024. Read More

WC Government calls on organised labour to work with it in creating jobs

7 October 2024

Premier Alan Winde notes the serious concerns raised by trade unions who marched on the Western Cape Provincial Parliament (WCPP) and national Parliament today, 7 October 2024, as part of a one-day strike. Read More

WC Provincial Vets Week highlights the importance of Veterinary Services

7 October 2024

Western Cape Provincial Vets Week highlights the importance of Veterinary Services and promotes biosecurity Read More

Four top Western Cape teachers honoured at the National teaching Awards!

5 October 2024

Western Cape teachers have excelled at the 24th National Teaching Awards held in Boksburg this morning! Read More

Accessible adolescent and youth healthcare spaces for high school learners

4 October 2024

Accessible adolescent and youth healthcare spaces and services for high school learners Read More

WC learners express deep admiration for their teachers for World Teachers Day

4 October 2024

Tomorrow, countries around the world will be celebrating World Teachers Day. Read More

Western Cape excels at National Teacher and Learner Skills Competition 2024

3 October 2024

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has every reason to be proud of the exceptional talents that represented the province in various categories at the Sasol and Kagiso Trust National Teacher and Learner Skills Competition. Read More

Minister Marais commends major successes by LEAP members

3 October 2024

Today, 3 October 2024, Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux, Marais, accompanied Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) members in Mfuleni on their patrols. Read More

Premier’s Council on Skills to double down on Dual Occupational Training

3 October 2024

On Tuesday, 1 October 2024, Premier Alan Winde chaired the Premier’s Council on Skills (PCS) at the College of Cape Town in Cape Town. Read More

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