One of the unique attributes that the Cape Winelands is known for is the rich diversity of flora that occurs naturally in our area. The Proteaceae family is a large group of plants and, like all families, have many different faces that all need very specific conditions in which to thrive. Alien vegetation and its […]
The Environmental Health Practitioners of the CWDM’s Municipal Health Services (MHS) have the significant task of ensuring that our environment is hygienic and safe. One of their responsibilities is to create awareness about the importance and benefits of personal hygiene. It is well known that children learn better through play and interaction, and for this […]
On Thursday, 23 March our Municipal Health Services and Disaster Management units hosted a multistakeholder programme at AF Kriel Primary and Maraisdal Primary School for National Water Week celebrated annually from 20 – 26 March. Focusing on water conservation initiatives and raising awareness around the need to protect and conserve the country’s water resources, the […]
The maintenance of road verges plays an important role in the safety of our motorists and pedestrians. Keeping the verges clear of grass and weeds ensures that everyone always has a clear view of the road ahead. This function is especially important in the rural areas as children and commuters often need to wait on […]
The heavy rainfalls experienced in early February caused havoc on our roads everywhere, but the Theronsberg Pass was particularly affected. On Sunday 5 February 2023, the pass was closed as the rains had washed away a section of the road. Our Technical Services team in Witzenberg was informed and Bertus van Wyk, Deputy Director: Roads […]
It is a sad reality that the shortage of access to menstrual support and feminine hygiene products has an adverse impact on school-going girls in our communities. The Cape Winelands District Municipality continues to support the initiative of distributing sanitary towels to schools in the district. This year, the CWDM departments of Rural and Social […]
The Environmental Health Practitioners of the CWDM’s Municipal Health Services (MHS) have the significant task of ensuring that our environment is hygienic and safe. One of their responsibilities is to create awareness about the importance and benefits of personal hygiene. It is well known that children learn better through play and interaction, and for this […]
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Accolades for the Top Achievers “Like all of you, I waited anxiously to see what the matric results would be. And again, the matriculants of the Cape Winelands District made me proud! Not only have we increased our pass rate from 77.2% to 77.5%, but we are home to the two best matriculants in the […]
