News and Media Title Filter by type Filter By Published Date From To News Statement on the removal of National DSD Minister We welcome the decision by the President to remove Sisisi Tolashe from her position as Minister of Social Development, and note the interim... Read more News DSD makes urgent appeal for public assistance The Western Cape Department of Social Development has called on the private sector and the general public who are in a position to assist... Read more News Disability-accessible vehicles provide added layer of safety for children For many children with disabilities, the lack of access to adapted transport is a barrier to inclusion and development. In order to promote... Read more News Minister Londt deeply saddened following tragic loss of DSD Knysna staff member Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Jaco Londt expresses his sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Ms Lauren... Read more News New partnership to open doors for vulnerable youth A new 10-year partnership between the Western Cape Government and the Interactive Science Foundation is set to unlock internship... Read more News Western Cape Department of Social Development Budget: Getting it done with kindness On 24 March 2026 Western Cape Minister of Social Development Jaco Londt tabled the Western Cape Department of Social Development’s 2026/2027... Read more Social assistance Social Development Appropriation Bill – Vote 7 Honorable Speaker, Honorable Premier and Cabinet colleagues, Honorable Members of the Provincial Legislature, Members of the media and... Read more News Western Cape Department of Social Development opens Child & Youth Care Centre in Karoo On Wednesday 18 March 2026, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) opened the Spitskop Child and Youth Care Centre (CYCC)... Read more News DSD celebrates Social Work Month The month of March is dedicated to social work professionals in government and the NGO and NPO sector. The Western Cape Department of Social... Read more News World NGO Day: Western Cape DSD honours NGOs with Action – Not Just Words Today on World NGO Day we wish to thank all the organisations that contribute to the betterment of society. The Western Cape Department of... Read more News Western Cape DSD clarifies stance on care reform and Child and Youth Care Centres The Western Cape Department of Social Development notes the concerns raised by NPOs about the Care Reform Summit Outcomes and its... Read more News DSD Launches Independent Living Pilot Partnership for Youth Exiting Alternative Care For many young people, turning 18 marks an exciting step into adulthood. For those leaving the alternative care system, it may mean renewed... Read more Load More