DocumentOngoingMedia statement

Child Protection Collaborative Effort

Western Cape - Transport and Public WorksRef: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/article/child-protection-collaborative-effort

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Source domain: westerncape.gov.za

Collected on 8 September 2026

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What this means

This is a public media statement from the Western Cape Department of Social Development, reminding the public of its role in child protection and thanking partner agencies for their collaboration. It highlights the process of child protection interventions and encourages community involvement by promoting foster and safety parenting opportunities. The document emphasizes the importance of privacy and cooperation in safeguarding minors.

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foster care placement opportunityOngoing

Become a foster or safety parent

The Western Cape Department of Social Development invites members of the public to apply to become foster or safety parents to provide loving and safe homes for children in need. Support is available through contact with the Department via phone, visiting a local office, or using the online service portal.

Who it is for: members of the public interested in fostering or providing temporary care for children
How to act on it: Call the toll-free number 0800 220 250, visit the nearest Department of Social Development local office, or go to the official service website

The document's recorded date is 17 February 2025. Confirm on the official source.

Facts

Places

Western Cape

Reference

https://www.westerncape.gov.za/article/child-protection-collaborative-effort

Key Takeaways

17 February 2025
Department of Social Development
0800 220 250
https://www.westerncape.gov.za/service/fostering-child
foster parent
safety parent
Home Affairs
South African Police Service
Jaco Londt
Monique Mortlock-Malgas
Western Cape Department of Social Development
Home Affairs
South African Police Service
Jaco Londt
Monique Mortlock-Malgas
Designated Child Protection Organisations (DCPOs)