“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 […]