News and Speeches
Minister Marais mourns the death of Neighbourhood Watch member
9 September 2024Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety Anroux Marais has offered her condolences to the family, friends and Neighbourhood Watch colleagues of Clinton Treu, who was killed in Elsies River in the early hours of Sunday morning. Read More
Minister Mackenzie mourns the passing of jazz legend Alvin Dyers
9 September 2024It is with profound sadness that we have learned of the passing of Alvin Dyers, a legendary figure in the Cape Jazz movement, recording artist, educator, and composer. Read More
Outcomes of Western Cape Government Cabinet meeting
8 September 2024On Wednesday, 4 September 2024, Premier Alan Winde chaired a meeting of the Western Cape Government (WCG) Cabinet. 2025 Budget process underway Read More
Newly established WC Energy & Water Council gets to work
8 September 2024On Friday, 6 September 2024, the first meeting of the newly established Integrated Energy and Water Council was held. Read More
We mourn the passing of a legendary writer: James Matthews
7 September 2024It is with great sadness that the Western Cape Government has learned of the passing of the renowned writer and poet, James Matthews. Read More
If you look after your kidneys, you also look after your body
6 September 2024While our kidneys may be small in size, they play a crucial role in our health and well-being. Read More
Citizens encouraged to observe International Day of Clean Air, 7 September 2024
6 September 2024Western Cape Government encourages all citizens to reflect on the quality of the air they breathe in recognition of International Day of Clean Air, 7 September 2024. Read More
National GDP growth indicate improving economic conditions in the WC economy
5 September 2024National GDP growth and an increase in Western Cape business confidence indicate improving economic conditions in the Priovincial economy Read More
We urge unions to fight alongside us, rather than against us
5 September 2024We are aware that teachers’ unions have threatened to go on strike. Read More
Western Cape welcomes national MOU on School Sport: We are ready!
4 September 2024I am thrilled with the progress made in today’s Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the national Ministers of Sport, Arts and Culture, and Basic Education on the implementation of sports, arts, culture and other co-curricular activities in all... Read More
Minister Bredell visits Beaufort West and Prince Albert
3 September 2024The Western Cape Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Anton Bredell, conducted an oversight visit to Beaufort West and Prince Albert municipalities as part of his commitment to ensure effective service... Read More
Minister Marais lauds LEAP successes
3 September 2024Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety Anroux Marais has lauded the most recent successes of Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) officers deployed in the Cape Town Metro. Read More
Tragic bus accident on Vanrhyns Pass
3 September 2024The Western Cape Government is deeply saddened to confirm a tragic incident that occurred on Vanrhyns Pass on 2 September 2024, at approximately 17h20. A bus carrying passengers veered off the pass, resulting in the loss of ten lives and leaving... Read More
WCLG/HSF Seasonal School for Councillors focuses on Consequence Management
2 September 2024This Seasonal school was hosted by the Western Cape Local Government (WCLG) in collaboration with the Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF), and the Stellenbosch University. Read More
Premier & Minister receive update on George disaster investigation
1 September 2024On Wednesday, 27 August 2024, Premier Alan Winde and provincial Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers were given an update on the Western Cape Government’s (WCG) ongoing investigation into the George building collapse tragedy. Read More
We are fighting against budget cuts across all education departments
1 September 2024On Friday, 30 August 2024, the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) informed schools how many of the teachers at their school would be affected by the decision to reduce the Basket of Educator posts for 2025. Read More
Public Service Month: Are we doing enough for those who serve us?
1 September 2024During September, we observe Public Service Month, when we recognise the important role government employees play in delivering services to communities. Read More
Mobility Minister meets Garden Route Municipalities and Stakeholders
30 August 2024Western Cape Minister of Mobility, Isaac Sileku, and senior managers of the Department visited Plettenberg Bay, George, Knysna, Sedgefield and Mossel Bay, in the Garden Route on Monday and Tuesday, 26 and 27 August 2024. Read More
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