“Today, we observe International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and the rights of persons with disabilities,” said the Executive Mayor of the Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM), Ald (Dr) Elna von Schlicht at the Mayoral Committee meeting. “However, here at the CWDM, we are doing our […]
The Western Cape Government (WCG) is committed to a 365-day approach to addressing gender-based violence (GBV), and not only during the United Nations 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children Campaign. Among the many interventions of the Western Cape Government, is the resident-centric GBV Ambassador Programme that is implemented by the […]
The Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM) is ecstatic to announce that for the 2023/2024 financial year, the Auditor-General has expressed the eleventh consecutive unqualified audit opinion with no findings for the municipality. The Auditor-General’s scope covers the auditing of financial statements, reporting of performance against predetermined objectives, and compliance with laws and regulations. To obtain […]
In anticipation of the upcoming World Aids Day on 1 December, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness, in partnership with the Cape Winelands District Municipality, celebrated the progress of 150 patients with chronic conditions such as HIV/Aids. These patients were recognised during a formal programme that included talks by other partners, such as […]
“I read recently in the Down to Earth edition of 19 November 2024 that, due to climate change, the last year has been one of the most difficult for fire services across the world. From Europe to Central Africa and even in the Middle East, mega fires, which are fires that stretch over vast areas and continue […]
The recent tragic passing of approximately 22 children due to the accidental ingestion of poisonous chemicals has brought several food-related issues to light. Foremost among these is a heightened interest in food safety and related matters. Key among these issues were date markings, most commonly indicated as “best-before” dates, (although there are other terms), and […]
The Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM), in collaboration with B municipalities and various sector departments, successfully hosted the Youth Coffee Bar Sessions across the district during October and November. This innovative and youth-centred initiative created spaces for personal and professional growth, targeting young people aged 16-25. The sessions provided an engaging platform for youth to […]
In recognition of Transport Month this October, the Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM), in collaboration with the Western Cape Governmentâs Department of Mobilityâs Road Safety Management division and Department of Education, conducted road safety campaigns at schools across the district. One school was identified in each municipal area to participate in this yearâs campaign. The […]
As we approach the hot summer season, it is becoming more important to be prepared! October is Disaster Risk Reduction Month and, given the impacts of climate change, experts predict that our summers will be hotter than ever. That is why the Cape Winelands District Municipality, along with our local municipalities, created an informative awareness […]
The Cape Winelands District Municipalityâs (CWDM) Mayoral Mondays, which form part of the organisationâs public participation process, have been concluded. These sessions were hosted from September to October in each of our local municipalities, namely Langeberg, Witzenberg, Drakenstein, Stellenbosch, with the last event in Breede Valley on Monday 28 October 2024. The sessions provided a […]