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News and Speeches for Department of Social Development

DSD career day inspires vulnerable youth to dream big

24 October 2024

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

Western Cape Department of Social Development Annual Report 2023/24

10 October 2024

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

DSD taking services to the “doorstep” of the people of Central Karoo

9 October 2024

The Western Cape Government is always looking for ways to improve service delivery, especially when it comes to services for vulnerable residents. Read More

Media invite to launch of “Service to the People” DSD Mobile Office

7 October 2024

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

Heinz Park GBV ambassadors ready to be positive change agents

17 September 2024

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

Heinz Park GBV Ambassador Programme launch

13 September 2024

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

MEC Londt meets with SASSA Western Cape

11 September 2024

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

Public Service Month: Are we doing enough for those who serve us?

1 September 2024

During September, we observe Public Service Month, when we recognise the important role government employees play in delivering services to communities. Read More

Reminder about the closing date for NPO funding proposals

30 August 2024

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

Overstrand municipality takes a stand against human trafficking

26 August 2024

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

MEC Londt meets with SASSA Western Cape

14 August 2024

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

Thuthuzela Care Centres a haven for GBV victims

12 August 2024

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

Grabouw GBV ambassadors ready to make a positive difference

6 August 2024

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

Taking human trafficking awareness to the streets

29 July 2024

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

Invitation to Human Trafficking Awareness event

26 July 2024

Human trafficking is a prevalent crime that affects millions of people worldwide, including vulnerable people who are often trafficked through transportation hubs. Read More

Innovative new Swims App a “Game-Changer” for social workers

25 July 2024

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

Invitation to launch of exciting new SWIMS application

22 July 2024

The Western Cape Government prides itself on finding innovative solutions to improving service delivery. Read More

Horizon Secure Centre upgrades bring hope to its residents

17 July 2024

On 16 July 2024, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Jaco Londt, officially reopened the Horizon Secure Care Centre in Cape Town. Read More

Invitation to reopening of Horizon Secure Care Centre

11 July 2024

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

DSD highlights growing elderly demographic on World Population Day

11 July 2024

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

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