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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Western Cape DSD, Tile Africa, and Primedia Cares unite for the vulnerable

Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Jaco Londt, has continued his call to businesses and residents to get involved in making a...

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Western Cape Department of Social Development Adjustment Budget: Scaling up social services for the vulnerable

On 11 December 2025 Western Cape Minister of Social Development Jaco Londt tabled the Western Cape Department of Social Development’s 2025...

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Department of Social Development Appropriation Bill – Vote 7 - Budget Speech

Honorable Speaker Honorable Premier and Cabinet colleagues, Honorable Members of the Provincial Legislature, Members of the media and public...

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DSD strengthens GBV programmes as 16 Days draws to a close

The 16 Days of No Violence Against Women and Children campaign may have concluded, but the Western Cape Government (WCG) continues with its...

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DSD and Mobility join forces to combat Trafficking in Persons

Over 300 Western Cape traffic law enforcement (LE) officers have been trained on Trafficking in Persons (TIP) in a joint effort by the...

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New vehicles for NGOs in Disability Sector bring relief and dignity

In celebration of International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3 December, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD)...

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