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Western Cape Government supports preparations for 2027 Cricket World Cup

The Western Cape Government has committed R15 million to support upgrades at both World Sports Betting (WSB) Newlands Cricket Ground and...

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Don’t wait! Parents of 28 000 current Grade 7s have not yet applied for Grade 8 next year

31 March 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape Parents are responsible for applying on time for a...

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Kick off your journey on track: Minister Sileku backs rail for Bafana Bafana game

As the DHL Cape Town Stadium gets ready to host the Bafana Bafana international friendly against Panama on 31 March 2026, Western Cape...

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2026/27 Education Budget – We are getting it done

23 March 2026 – Speech by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape We have a vision of delivering quality education for...

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Provincial Traffic Services crack down on dangerous driving; taxi driver arrested for assaulting officer

Provincial Traffic Services stepped up road safety checks across the Western Cape from 16 to 22 March 2026, arresting 88 drivers. The week...

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Robben Island clean-up success

On Saturday, 21 March 2026, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS), joined by partners the Robben Island Museum, Coca-Cola...

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Do you speak Maths? Winners of school library competition announced

16 March 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape This morning I visited Watsonia Primary School in...

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Minister Ricardo Mackenzie welcomes R15 million allocation for World Cup legacy infrastructure upgrades for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027

Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, has welcomed the announcement that the Western Cape Government has...

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Don’t wait! School admissions applications for 2027 opens tomorrow

9 March 2026 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape The on-time school admissions application window for...

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“Catch the Train!”: Special services for Cape Town Cycle Tour weekend

Western Cape Mobility Minister, Isaac Sileku, sends his best wishes to the thousands of cyclists and spectators taking part in this year’s...

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