News and Speeches
Let us continue protecting the rights of Persons with Disabilities
4 December 2023Disability Rights Awareness Month – which is observed between 03 November and 03 December – may be coming to an end, but we should continue recognizing that the rights of persons with disabilities are human rights. Read More
Premier appeals to Western Cape residents to celebrate festive season safely
4 December 2023Joint Media Release: Premier appeals to Western Cape residents to celebrate safely and responsibly this festive season Read More
More than 1 550 apply to train at Chrysalis
4 December 2023Statement by the Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Reagen Allen More than 1 550 apply to train at Chrysalis Read More
Western Cape scores 83% success rate in Land Reform Report
4 December 2023Earlier today, Ivan Meyer, Western Cape provincial Minister of Agriculture released a research report by an independent research company, Phuhlisani Solutions. Read More
Invitation to WCG’s Human Chain event
1 December 2023On Tuesday, 05 December 2023, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Sharna Fernandez, – along with Premier Alan Winde – will form part of a human chain. Read More
K-9 and Rural Safety Units successes in Swartland, Overstrand and Mossel Bay
1 December 2023The Mossel Bay, Overstrand and Swartland K-9 Units, in partnership with the Rural Safety Units (RSUs) in the Overstrand and Swartland areas, once again conducted various crime fighting operations in their respective areas. Read More
Premier’s weekly digicon turns its attention to GBV
1 December 2023Media Release: Premier’s weekly digicon turns its attention to GBV Premier Alan Winde’s regular digicon this week looked at an issue equally as serious as the energy crisis: gender-based violence (GBV). Read More
Local community interventions are central to achieving the end of AIDS in the WC
1 December 2023Local community interventions are central to achieving the end of AIDS in the Western Cape (WC) Read More
Community participation and leadership in spotlight on World Aids Day
1 December 2023Healthcare workers have joined people around the world to commemorate World Aids Day on 1 December 2023 and have highlighted the important role communities play in shaping the HIV/AIDS response. Read More
Minister Marais expresses condolences on passing of Kathy Dumbrell
30 November 2023I am deeply saddened by the passing of Ms. Kathy Dumbrell, a member of the Western Cape Cultural Commission (WCCC). She was a passionate and committed individual who was dedicated to promoting heritage, the arts, and culture in the province. Read More
We are fighting to place learners despite massive blow to our budget
30 November 2023Over the past 5 years, on average, the number of learners in Western Cape schools has increased by 19 000 each year, and additional learners continue to need places every year. Read More
Premier welcomes Hessequa Municipality’s energy project to end load shedding
30 November 2023Media Release: Premier welcomes Hessequa Municipality’s energy project to end load shedding in Riversdale Read More
Premier & Minister distribute first batch of load shedding relief packs
29 November 2023Joint Media Release: Premier & Minister distribute first batch of load shedding relief packs Read More
Minister Maynier urges the #ClassOf2023 to celebrate responsibly
29 November 2023With the end of the 2023 matric exams approaching, the #ClassOf2023 is looking forward to a well-deserved break and to celebrating their hard work over the past year. Read More
Working together with all men to detect prostate cancer early in Western Cape
28 November 2023Men’s health month is a fitting reminder that early detection of prostate cancer starts with being aware of our general prostate health. Given that prostate cancer grows slowly, by the time men experience symptoms, the cancer may already be advanced. Read More
Minister Simmers visits the Garden Route District
28 November 2023New houses, title deeds, solar geyser panels, and a public meeting as Minister Simmers visits the Garden Route district. Read More
WCG declares Inter-Governmental Dispute to fight for funds residents deserve
28 November 2023Joint Media Release: WCG declares Inter-Governmental Dispute to fight for the funds residents lawfully deserve Read More
Interdict granted against disruption of Blueridge school construction
28 November 2023The Western Cape High Court has issued an interim interdict to end the intimidation, criminal damage, and disruption of the construction of two schools on a portion of the Blueridge Sports Grounds. Read More
Western Cape Disaster Management Centre launch fire season in the province
27 November 2023Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning today launched the provincial fire readiness initiative in Stellenbosch. Read More
Delft Area-Based Team launched at WCG update on Violence Prevention Unit
27 November 2023Delft Area-Based Team formally launched as WCG provides update on Violence Prevention Unit During the Western Cape Government’s (WCG) update on the Violence Prevention Unit (VPU) today, the Department formally launched Delft’s Area-Based Team (ABT). Read More
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