Department of Social Development

21. Deputy Minister Bogopane Zulu Takes Anti-Substance Abuse Campaign to the Durban Port of Entry ...: (Latest News); ... abuse and strengthening relations with law enforcement agencies, non-profit organisations, faith based organisations and community members will strengthen the work of the department. Members of the ...; Created on 31 July 2023
22. Minister Zulu Visits Lavender Hill In Cape Town Where Drug Abuse And Gangsterism Are Rife ...: (Latest News); Media Advisory 10 February 2022 The Minister of Social Development, Ms Lindiwe Zulu, is today Friday 11 February, visiting the Lavender Hill community to assess their needs and investigate ...; Created on 11 February 2022
23. Social Development Commemorates International Day Against Drug Abuse And Illicit Trafficking... ...: (Latest News); ... Development joins the nations of the world to commemorate international day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking. Drug abuse continues to present challenges to the health, safety, and well-being ...; Created on 26 June 2021
24. Minister zulu to address youth-npo summit and launch umngungundlovu anti-subtance abuse youth forum in kwazulu-natal... ...: (Latest News); ... transformed society.” As part of the programme, Minister Zulu will address the uMgungundlovu Youth-NPO Summit and launch the uMgungundlovu Anti-Substance Abuse Forum. The activities are organised ...; Created on 24 June 2021
25. Media Advisory Minister Zulu To Host A National Roundtable Webinar On Child Killings, Abuse And Rape In Partnership With Unicef… ...: (Latest News); As the battle against the second pandemic of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide continues in South Africa, many children remain victims of different forms of abuse including physical and sexual abuse, murder, ...; Created on 25 March 2021
26. Deputy Minister of Social Development to handover personal protective equipment and visit Nzunza Mabusela traditional council... ...: (Latest News); ... arranged as follows: Date: Thursday, 10 September 2020 Time: 11:00 Venue: Nzunza Mabusela Traditional Council, Matshiding Village, Dr JS Moroka Local, Mpumalanga Province Members of the ...; Created on 10 September 2020
27. Minister Lindiwe Zulu launches the National Drug Master Plan on International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, 26 June 2020... ...: (Latest News); Minister Lindiwe Zulu to launch the National Drug Master Plan On the occasion of the virtual commemoration of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the Minister ...; Created on 25 June 2020
28. Minister Tolashe Signs Cooperation Agreement Between South And Mozambique In The Field Of Social Development: (Latest News); ... of unaccompanied and undocumented migrant children. With no caregiver to support and protect them, unaccompanied and undocumented minors are most vulnerable to human trafficking, abuse and exploitation ...; Created on 04 December 2025
29. Social Development Cautions Learners From Taking Part In Notorious ‘Pens Down’ Parties: (Latest News); ... future, says Social Work Supervisor in the Eastern Corridor, Nokuthula Ndhlovu. The Gauteng Department of Social Development has kick-started its festive season substance abuse prevention campaign, ...; Created on 27 November 2025
30. International Day For Persons With Disabilities And Gbvf Awareness In Ficksburg: (Latest News); ... of abuse. MEC Mathabo Hlalele was joined by the Executive Mayor of Setsoto Municipality and Councillor Seipati Mbizo. Stakeholders present included representatives from SASSA, the Department of Health, ...; Created on 27 November 2025
31. Minister Sisisi Tolashe Takes Icrop Community Outreach To Komani, Eastern Cape Province: (Latest News); ... including gender-based violence, child abuse, child malnutrition and poverty, with a strong emphasis on supporting survivors and empowering women. As the visit coincides with Disability Rights Awareness ...; Created on 24 November 2025
32. Gauteng Department Of Social Development Poised For Global Spotlight At The G20 Social Summit: (Latest News); ... Department, the G20 presents a chance to highlight the advances Gauteng has made in social protection, child rights, substance-abuse prevention, poverty alleviation, and community development. It also ...; Created on 24 November 2025
33. Department Of Social Development To Host The 5th Annual National Shelter Indaba To Strength Prevention And Response To Gbvf: (Latest News); ... sexual abuse. The President declared GBV and Femicide (GBVF) as the second pandemic to COVID-19 in recognition of its severity, scale and impact on the nation. South Africa has progressive laws and ...; Created on 11 November 2025
34. Minister Walks In The Shoes Of Dsd Beneficiaries In The North West: (Latest News); ... abuse, the mushrooming of illegal shebeens and underage drinking. Some of these illegal shebeens are owned and operated by community members in our midst.” Minister Tolashe was adamant that “Mama Ruth ...; Created on 04 November 2025
35. Dsd Strengthens Family Bonds Through Mother And Daughter/Father And Son Programme: (Latest News); ... to engage in open and honest conversations on sensitive but vital issues. Topics include sexual and reproductive health, mental health, intergenerational trauma, substance abuse, gender-based violence, ...; Created on 09 October 2025
36. Department Of Social Development Welcomes The Gazetting Of The Children’s Amendment Bill, 2025: (Latest News); ... ensuring that every child enjoys their constitutional rights, including protection from violence, abuse, neglect, exploitation, and unnecessary separation from families and communities. The Children’s ...; Created on 01 October 2025
37. South Africa Showcases Progress And Challenges In Au Evaluation On Drug Control: (Latest News); ... aims to improve the health, security, and socio-economic well-being of Africans by addressing drug trafficking, problematic drug use, and preventing the onset of substance abuse. “Substance abuse is ...; Created on 26 September 2025
38. South Africa Hosts Au Evaluation On Drug Control And Crime Prevention: (Latest News); By Precious Mupenzi. Africa is strengthening its collective response to the scourge of drug abuse and crime. ⁠South Africa is hosting the African Union in reviewing the progress of the Plan of Action ...; Created on 26 September 2025
39. Social Development Brings Light To Alex Shelter: (Latest News); ... Social Development, along with the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, donated fire detectors and portable solar lights to the Bombani Shelter for Abused Women and Children in ...; Created on 12 September 2025
40. Gauteng Social Development Takes Anti-Gbv Campaign To Diepkloof: (Latest News); ... was abused by my in-laws for a long time. Growing up, we were taught that women must endure in silence as pillars of strength in marriage. My ordeal only ended through divorce.” Moagi added that today, ...; Created on 12 September 2025

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