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The DA in the Western Cape notes with disappointment the irresponsible and negligent comments made by the national Health Department on social media. The reckless infographics contribute to an unsettling narrative in the public domain. MPP Wendy Philander said: “The remarks by the National Department of Health is a political strategy to shift attention away …
Several labour offices will remain shut for a few weeks after employees tested positive for COVID-19. The Mitchells Plain labour centre and its satellite office in Nyanga will be closed for an additional week after another employee contracted the virus. Meanwhile, the Paarl Labour Centre has also confirmed a case and the office closed its …
Tomorrow (1 June 2020), we move to Alert Level 3 which is welcomed as an opportunity to begin to breathe new life into the economy in the Western Cape. However, for us to ensure that businesses remain open and more people get back to work, it is important that all employers and employees adhere to …
COVID-19 cases rise to 25 937 COVID-19 cases have increased by 1 673 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of infections to 25 937 in the country. Meanwhile, the national death toll has risen to 552 after 28 more people succumbed to COVID-19 related illness, the Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize, said …
Today, Tuesday, 12 May 2020, as we commemorate International Nurses Day, let us remember the incredible role these heroes play as we combat Covid-19, and thank nurses for their invaluable contributions made to society every day. MPP Wendy Philander said: “Nurses are known to work long, hard hours and take care of the most vulnerable …
Between 23 March and 8 May 2020, the Western Cape Liquor Authority (WCLA) conducted 51 investigations into non-compliance with the National Disaster Regulations where liquor traders have sold alcohol during the lockdown. Of the 51 investigations conducted, 20 liquor licenses have been suspended and 2 reports are being referred to the Liquor Licensing Tribunal (LLT) …
As of 1pm on 7 May, the Western Cape has recorded 4049 confirmed cases of COVID-19 infections and an additional four COVID-19 deaths-bringing the total number of deaths from the virus in the province to 76. Total confirmed COVID-19 cases: 4049 Total recoveries: 1333 Total deaths: 76 Total active cases (currently infected patients): 2640 Total …
The announcement by the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma that citizens are with immediate effect allowed to move to their new homes. This must however be done by 7 June 2020. Gazetted yesterday, the directive, which is a once-off movement of persons and goods, states that its “purpose is to …
The Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Sharna Fernandez welcomes the announcement that the Social African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will reopen their offices on Monday, 11 May 2020. The SASSA offices were initially closed by direction of the National Minister of Social Development, Lindiwe Zulu on 30 March 2020, as part of the Covid19 …
The Minister of Community Safety, Albert Fritz, has again requested that the Minister of Police, Bheki Cele, respond to Neighbourhood Watches’ (NHW) request to assist in social distance management during the level four lockdown. On 23 April, Minister Fritz wrote to Minister Cele requesting that accredited NHW members be permitted to assist in social distance …
Western Cape Minister of Human Settlements, Tertuis Simmers says, all projects, in accordance with level 4 lockdown regulations, will recommence with immediate effect. It is critical to note that as per the draft framework, which details the staggered lifting of lockdown restrictions under level 4, this only refers to “civil engineering for public works projects …
Between 23 March and 30 April 2020, the Western Cape Liquor Authority (WCLA) have conducted 43 investigations on matters of non-compliance with the National Disaster Regulations where liquor traders sold alcohol illegally during the lockdown. Of the 43 investigations conducted, 16 liquor licenses have now been suspended and 4 reports are being prepared for the …
President Ramaphosa’s declaration of a National State of Disaster to curb the spread of the Covid-19 virus was in the interest of the wellbeing and safety of all in South Africa. The lockdown has severely disrupted our economy and has grave impacts for those with low incomes in our society. It presents new challenges for …
The Democratic Alliance in the Western Cape welcomes the innovative public transport “quick code” to send data initiative by the Western Cape Department of Transport & Public Works. This USSD code will allow public transport users to send accurate feedback about the adherence of public transportation to the lockdown regulations. Daylin Mitchell, MPP says: “The …
In the last 48 hours DA teams have worked around the clock to engage with economic stakeholders across the Western Cape to ensure that the many voices of business are heard as part of national government’s consultation on the proposed Covid-19 Risk Adjusted Strategy. While the DA continues to support the nation-wide lockdown to stop …
Commitment by President Cyril Ramaphosa to implement a new approach to the lockdown and ease the current restrictions from 1 May 2020 in South Africa welcomed by the DA who said: We have supported the nation-wide lockdown implemented by national government to tackle the Coronavirus pandemic in the Western Cape. However the detrimental impact that …
More than 5000 foreign nationals have been repatriated from Cape Town since 3 April 2020. The countries involved include: Germany – 3 596 people United Kingdom – 1 354 people Netherlands / France – 605 people USA – 347 people Belgium – 213 people Switzerland – 287 people Canada – 153 people Brazil – 130 …
The Democratic Alliance in the Western Cape calls for the amendment to nationwide lockdown regulations which currently prohibit the transport, and therefore export, of liquor. If this regulation remains in place, it will lead to a loss of jobs, income, and impact one of the province’s largest revenue streams: the wine industry. MPP Andricus van …
The Democratic Alliance in the Western Cape welcomes the decision to deploy volunteer members of Neighbourhood Watches (NWH) within the City of Cape Town’s boundaries to assist the Safety and Security Directorate with COVID-19 disaster risk management efforts. MPP Reagen Allen said: “Interested members of accredited NHWs will be able to assist security personnel in …
The Democratic Alliance in the Western Cape welcomes the Minister of Transport’s announcement to permit taxis and buses to operate from 05:00 to 20:00 in order to cater for the transportation needs of social grant recipients, as effective today 30 March until Friday 3 April 2020. Daylin Mitchell, MPP says: “The safe, effective transport of …
DA WC urges calm at health facilities The Democratic Alliance in the Western Cape strongly urges all residents to remain calm and ensure social distancing at health facilities. In light of President Ramaphosa’s announcement of a lockdown as of midnight on Thursday, adherence to provincial and national guidelines are imperative to stop the spread of …
The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) is implementing emergency measures to mitigate the impact of the Coronavirus on the social services sector DSD local and regional offices remain open with reduced staff numbers, to give effect to physical distancing, however services will continue. The Department remains determined to fulfill its constitutional mandate regarding …
The Western Cape Provincial Parliament (WCPP) shares the same concern as all South Africans for the situation in our country regarding the spread of COVID-19. I, together with the Deputy Speaker, the leaders of the political parties represented in the WCPP and the leadership of the parliamentary administration are taking this matter very seriously and …
We are working hard to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the Western Cape economy The COVID-19 pandemic is a global health crisis and a major risk for the world economy that is inevitably having an impact on the economy in the Western Cape. However, we remain committed to doing whatever we can to mitigate …
Cape Town ships cleared as test results return negative Transnet National Ports Authority has confirmed that test results from the individuals suspected to be the first cases of COVID-19 in any South African sea-port have all come back negative. Earlier this week two vessels, the general cargo vessel MV Corona and the luxury passenger liner …
