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Don’t wait! Record number of applications received for 2026

17 April 2025 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape The on-time admissions window for Grade R, 1 or 8 in...

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Don’t wait! On-time admissions close tomorrow

14 April 2025 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape The on-time admissions window for Grade R, 1 or 8 in...

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Nominations for the 2025 National Teaching Awards are open!

13 April 2025 – Statement by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape Nominations for the 2025 National Teaching Awards...

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Wishing Team Astrovo the best of luck at the 2025 FIRST Robotics Championship in Texas!

11 April 2025 – Statement by Statement by Bronagh Hammond, Director: Communication, Western Cape Education Department The Western Cape...

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R3.2 Billion push for safer roads, improved mobility, and a stronger economy

On 7 April 2025, Western Cape Mobility Minister, Isaac Sileku, delivered a dynamic R3.2 billion budget that puts the province’s residents at...

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2025/26 Education Budget – Stepping up for our learners

7 April 2025 – Speech by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education, Western Cape 1. The 2025/26 Education Budget This year, we will...

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Western Cape Government offers free 10-Point vehicle safety checks ahead of Easter

In our bid to make our roads safer, the Western Cape Government will be offering free 10-point vehicle safety checks for all motorists ahead...

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Minister Ricardo Mackenzie encourages runners ahead of the Two Oceans Marathon weekend

The Western Cape is proud to welcome thousands of athletes and spectators to one of the most iconic races in the world – the Two Oceans...

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Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport celebrates the economic power of the arts at the 29th KKNK

Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, attended the 29th Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees (KKNK) in...

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Pedestrian safety on Western Cape roads a growing concern

Over the past three weeks, 33 pedestrians have lost their lives in road traffic incidents across the Western Cape, making up a significant...

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