The executive arm of the Provincial Government is headed up by the Provincial Cabinet, which consists of selected members of parliament, appointed by the Premier. Each Cabinet Minister has a portfolio and is responsible for overseeing the work of their respective department(s).
The Cabinet Ministers and the Premier are charged with:
Members of the Provincial Cabinet
Vision
An open opportunity society for all.
Mission
The Western Cape Government will promote freedom and opportunity for all the people of the province through:
Values
Truth, Accountability, Personal responsibility, Excellence, Choice, Fitness for purpose.
Mandates (Objectives)
1. Increase economic empowerment for all the people of the Western Cape.
2. Reduce poverty through promoting opportunities for all.
3. Promote rural development.
4. Efficient and effective infrastructure.
5. Sustainable human settlements.
6. Improve individual and household capacity to respond to opportunity.
7. Improve efficiency and effectiveness in health, education, well-being and safety.
8. Sustainable resource use through greater spatial integration.
9. Effective public and non-motorised transport.
10. Responsive and effective governance.