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Older persons programme

The Department of Social Development supports and enables services for older persons which are provided by non-governmental organisations to make sure that:

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Older Persons Grant

The Older Person's Grant, commonly referred to as the state old-age pension, is a monthly payment made to citizens, legal permanent residents, and refugees who are 60 y

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Applying for an Identity Document

An identity document (ID) enables South African citizens and permanent residents to identify themselves for general purposes and day-to-day activities in society.

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Deadline nears for submission of NPO funding proposals

The Western Cape Department of Social Development would like to remind NPOs that they have just over a week to submit their funding...

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Unpacking toxic masculinity in “Courageous Conversations”

The first Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Courageous Conversations webinar for 2023 kicked off with the topic: “Understanding Toxic Masculinity...

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Cape Agulhas Municipality shares Local Drug Action Committee success

I was invited to a Substance Abuse Awareness program hosted by the Cape Agulhas Municipality and what I saw was impressive. The municipality...

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Breaking stigmas on World Autism Awareness Day

Today we observe World Autism Awareness Day, a day in which we raise awareness about autism and celebrate individuals who are on the Autism...

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