News and Speeches
Unpacking toxic masculinity in “Courageous Conversations”
18 April 2023The first Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Courageous Conversations webinar for 2023 kicked off with the topic: “Understanding Toxic Masculinity.” Read More
Minister Simmers sends heartfelt condolences to the family of former MLO Smith
18 April 2023It is with deep sadness and shock that I learnt of the passing of my former Spokesperson Graig-Lee Smith. In the brief time, I worked with him, he was a gentle and kind person. Read More
Cape Agulhas Municipality shares Local Drug Action Committee success
17 April 2023I was invited to a Substance Abuse Awareness program hosted by the Cape Agulhas Municipality and what I saw was impressive. Read More
Cape Winelands District Municipality endorse Department of Infrastructure budget
17 April 2023On Friday 14th April, the Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers together with his executive management team visited the Cape Winelands District Municipality. Read More
Public must take a stand against continued attempt to exempt Eskom from scrutiny
16 April 2023Media release: Premier urges public to take a stand against continued attempt to exempt Eskom from financial scrutiny Read More
Mobility Minister thanks road users following 30.5% reduction in fatalities over
14 April 2023I am pleased to announce a 30.5% reduction in traffic fatalities across the Western Cape over the April long weekend compared to the same period in 2022, with a massive 44.5% reduction on provincial routes and an 11.1% reduction on municipal routes. Read More
Western Cape signs Memorandum Of Understanding with Potatoes SA
13 April 2023The Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) and Potatoes SA recently signed a 3-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Potatoes are the most common staple food consumed by most people in South Africa to prepare various meals. Read More
Illegal selling of diplomas and certificates
13 April 2023Recently, messages have been circulating to claim you can obtain a Traffic Officer Diploma for a fee without attending any classes or writing an examination. The Western Cape Government will never ask any person to pay to receive a diploma or... Read More
Overstrand K-9 and Rural Safety Units assist in apprehending suspect on the run
13 April 2023Overstrand K-9 and Rural Safety Units assist in apprehending suspect that has been on the run. Read More
Premier Winde’s 7th Energy Digicon focuses on province’s growing “Green Economy"
13 April 2023Media release: Premier Winde’s 7th Energy Digicon focuses on the province’s growing “Green Economy” Read More
Minister Simmers to visit Saldanha project and handover title deeds in Citrusdal
13 April 2023On Thursday, 13 April 2023, the Provincial Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers, will conduct an oversight visit at the Saldanha Primary construction site. This will be followed with a ceremonial title deed handover in Citrusdal, at the... Read More
We welcome the full return of the Two Oceans Marathon
13 April 2023Joint media release by Minister Anroux Marais and Minister Mireille Wenger: We welcome the full return of the Two Oceans marathon events this weekend Read More
VISA reforms welcomed, but follow through is urgently required
13 April 2023I welcome the announcement made this morning by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the 5th South Africa Investment Conference of several reforms to the country’s VISA regime. The key announcements made include: Read More
Increase in medical and trauma incidents this Easter weekend
12 April 2023Providing effective emergency care both in-and-out of hospital medical care to residents was again a high priority for the health workers in the province this past long weekend. Emergency Medical Services Read More
Long weekend sees LEAP Officers issuing cuffs instead of bunnies
12 April 2023Long weekend sees LEAP Officers issuing cuffs instead of bunnies to over 130 suspects. Read More
Rolling blackouts & safety top the agenda of Premier’s latest “Listening Tour”
12 April 2023Media release: Rolling blackouts & safety top the agenda of Premier’s latest “Listening Tour” Read More
Premier impressed at infrastructure investment by Breede Valley Municipality
10 April 2023Media release: #ListeningTour - Premier Winde impressed at massive infrastructure investment by Breede Valley Municipality Read More
Easter weekend calls for individual responsibility to keep everyone safe
6 April 2023The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness encourages residents to play their part in doing whatever they can this Easter weekend to keep themselves, the people they care about, and all road users safe. Read More
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