On 23 October 2024, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) hosted a Career Day in partnership with Northlink College at their Belhar campus. Read More
The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) presented its Annual Report 2023/24 to the Western Cape Provincial Parliament (WCPP) today, which highlighted its ability to be responsive to the changing needs of vulnerable residents despite... Read More
The Western Cape Government is always looking for ways to improve service delivery, especially when it comes to services for vulnerable residents. Read More
The media are invited to attend the launch of the Western Cape Department of Social Development’s (DSD) first mobile office on 09 October 2024. Read More
On 17 September 2024, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) launched a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Ambassador programme and Victim Empowerment Forum in Heinz Park. Read More
The media are invited to attend the launch of the Western Cape Department of Social Development’s (DSD) Victim Empowerment Programme (VEP) Forum and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Ambassadors programme in Heinz Park. Read More
We are continuing to foster a positive working relationship with the provincial management of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) in the interests of our residents in the Western Cape. Read More
During September, we observe Public Service Month, when we recognise the important role government employees play in delivering services to communities. Read More
The Western Cape Department of Social Development would like to remind NPOs and organisations to submit funding proposals for residential, independent and assisted living facilities for older persons, and residential facilities and protective... Read More
On 26 August 2024, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Jaco Londt, joined Overstrand Municipality Mayor Annelie Rabie and NGO A21 at a trafficking in persons awareness event in Hermanus. Read More
On 13 August 2024, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Jaco Londt, met with provincial management of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). Read More
On 08 August 2024, Western Cape Ministers of Social Development, and Health and Wellness, Jaco Londt and Mireille Wenger, visited two Thuthuzela Care Centres (TCC) in Wynberg and Stellenbosch. Read More
On 06 August 2024, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) launched its Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Ambassador model in Grabouw. This is the third model of its kind in the province, as part of the Department’s commitment to... Read More
The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD), together with the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA), and the non-profit organization (NPO), A21, conducted a joint Trafficking in Persons Awareness Day event on 29 July 2024 at the... Read More
Human trafficking is a prevalent crime that affects millions of people worldwide, including vulnerable people who are often trafficked through transportation hubs. Read More
On 25 July 2024, Premier Alan Winde and Western Cape Minister of Social Development Jaco Londt launched the Social Work Integrated Management System (SWIMS) Application in Langa, Cape Town. Read More
The Western Cape Government prides itself on finding innovative solutions to improving service delivery. Read More
On 16 July 2024, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Jaco Londt, officially reopened the Horizon Secure Care Centre in Cape Town. Read More
Over the last two years, essential renovations have taken place at the Horizon Secure Care Centre with the Western Cape Department of Social Development making a total capital investment of R138 million. Read More
In observing World Population Day, the Western Cape Department of Social Development calls on all residents to help support and care for the growing elderly population in the province. Read More