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Residents and stakeholders can attend one of several public participation sessions being held across the Western Cape to learn more about the draft provincial land transport framework and interact directly with officials who developed it.
- Who it is for:
- residents of the Western Cape, transport stakeholders, public transport users, minibus taxi operators, metered taxi and e-hailing service providers
- How to act on it:
- Attend a session in person at a location in one of the Western Cape’s regions; the first session is on 19 May 2025.
Residents of the Western Cape can receive a free flu vaccine at public healthcare facilities if they belong to a high-risk group, such as people aged 65 and older, those with chronic health conditions, pregnant women, healthcare workers, HIV-positive individuals, or residents of care homes and rehabilitation centres.
- Who it is for:
- vulnerable individuals including elderly persons, people with chronic illnesses, pregnant women, healthcare workers, and HIV-infected persons
- How to act on it:
- Visit a public healthcare facility in the Western Cape to receive the flu vaccine
Residents of the Western Cape are invited to visit their nearest public library to borrow books, download e-books, or participate in reading activities such as story times, book clubs, and study support sessions.
- Who it is for:
- residents of the Western Cape
- How to act on it:
- Visit your local public library and sign up for services or join a programme.
Residents can join the ALMAL Book Club, promoted by the Provincial Minister, to participate in reading circles and connect with other readers across the province.
- Who it is for:
- residents of the Western Cape
- How to act on it:
- Sign up for the ALMAL Book Club through your local library or via the Western Cape Government website.
Learners in Grades 4 to 12 can register their research projects to participate in district-level science expos across South Africa. These events serve as qualifying rounds for national and international competitions like the Regeneron ISEF.
- Who it is for:
- learners in Grades 4 to 12
- How to act on it:
- Visit the Eskom Expo website and submit a research project registration
Residents of the Metro South region and other areas across the Western Cape can volunteer as GBV Ambassadors to provide information about support services, assist with referrals to SAPS, and support victim-friendly rooms at police stations. The programme trains individuals to prevent and intervene in gender-based violence.
- Who it is for:
- residents of Metro South region and other Western Cape communities interested in GBV prevention
- How to act on it:
- Volunteers are trained and deployed by the Western Cape Department of Social Development; no application process is described in the document.
Victims of gender-based violence in the Western Cape can access support through the Victim Empowerment Programme, including referral services, counselling, and advocacy. Information is available via toll-free call, email, or online portal.
- Who it is for:
- GBV victims and survivors in the Western Cape
- How to act on it:
- Call the toll-free number, send an email, or visit the online service portal.
New farmers in the Western Cape can receive advice, mentorship, training, inputs, and market access through renewed partnerships between the Western Cape Department of Agriculture and various agriculture commodity organisations.
- Who it is for:
- new farmers in the Western Cape
- How to act on it:
- No direct application route is stated; eligibility is determined through the Commodity Project Allocation Committees (CPACs) that include participation from commodity organisations.
Commodity organisations have the opportunity to participate in CPACs, which are responsible for appraising and overseeing farmer applications for support programmes.
- Who it is for:
- agriculture commodity organisations
- How to act on it:
- Membership is granted through formal partnership agreements (MoUs) with the Western Cape Department of Agriculture.
A community volunteer programme where residents from Oudtshoorn, Ladismith, Calitzdorp, Dysselsdorp, and Zoar serve as ambassadors to raise awareness about GBV support services, refer cases to SAPS and DSD offices, and assist in victim-friendly rooms at local police stations.
- Who it is for:
- residents of Oudtshoorn, Ladismith, Calitzdorp, Dysselsdorp, and Zoar
- How to act on it:
- Volunteer by expressing interest through local DSD offices or community outreach events in the Klein Karoo region.
A temporary shelter for survivors of gender-based violence in Theewaterskloof, funded by the Western Cape Department of Social Development with over R830,000 for the 2025/2026 financial year. It offers 10 beds and provides counseling, legal access, skills development, and reintegration services.
- Who it is for:
- survivors of gender-based violence in Theewaterskloof
- How to act on it:
- Contact the Western Cape Department of Social Development or visit the nearest DSD office to access services at Caledon House of Hope.
The Fountain of Hope Intermediate CYCC in Philippi provides structured, nurturing accommodation and support for young people who have shown readiness to transition from secure care to community-based care. It serves as a bridge between intensive secure care and less restrictive community-based care settings.
- Who it is for:
- young people in secure care who are ready to transition to community-based care
- How to act on it:
- Children are referred by the Western Cape Department of Social Development from secure care centres across the province based on their progress and readiness for integration.