Department of Social Development

61. Government Communications and Information System mourns passing of communicators 23 Jun 2020... ...: (Latest News); Government Communications and Information System (GCIS) mourns the loss of two seasoned government communicators from the Eastern Cape, Mr Mzobanzi Jikazana and Mr Gcobani Maswana. Their ...; Created on 24 June 2020
62. President Cyril Ramaphosa to visit the National Coronavirus COVID-19 Information Response Centre, 9 Apr President Cyril Ramaphosa will today, Thursday, 09 April 2020, visit the Department of Health (DoH)’s ...: (Latest News); President Cyril Ramaphosa will today, Thursday, 09 April 2020, visit the Department of Health (DoH)’s COVID-19 Information Centre, a data centre set up to monitor and track the spread of the Coronavirus ...; Created on 09 April 2020
63. Minister Thoko Didiza announces interventions to assist agricultural sector during Coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown The Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Ms Thoko Didiza, MP is ...: (Latest News); ... and its entities. No payment for debts. The applications for this funding will be open from 08 April 2020 and will close on 22 April 2020. No late entries will be accepted. Application forms will be ...; Created on 06 April 2020
64. MINISTER DLAMINI TO DISTRIBUTE SCHOOL UNIFORMS IN MBIZANA – EASTERN CAPE ...: (Latest Policies); ... uniforms to children around Mbizana. This is the Minister’s follow up visit after families in and around the area informed her that most families could not afford school uniforms for their children. The ...; Created on 21 July 2019
65. Public Invited To Nominate New Members For Central Drug Authority: (Latest News); ... or research. Deadline and Submission: Nominations must be submitted by 30 June 2025 with a completed form and CV. The Minister of Social Development, Ms Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe, has issued a public ...; Created on 18 June 2025
66. Global Lessons, Local Impact: South Africa And Japan Collaborate On Disability Care: (Latest News); ... “Change may not come overnight, but it starts with people who believe. That belief transformed Japan—and it can do the same in South Africa.” From both South African and Japanese perspectives, one ...; Created on 18 June 2025
67. Social Development Calls On Men To Break The Cycle Of Silence And Violence: (Latest News); ... to lead by example and become role models in their communities. The dialogue forms part of the department’s broader efforts to shift harmful social norms and promote gender justice through open, honest ...; Created on 18 June 2025
68. Men’s Dialogue Calls For Accountability, Empathy And Change: (Latest News); ... pressures faced by men today. The Men’s Dialogue, held under the theme “Men’s Involvement in Social Change,” forms part of the Department’s contribution to the national 90-day GBVF response plan and ...; Created on 18 June 2025
69. Flying The Dsd Flag: Lucky Mthombeni Takes On The Ultimate Human Race: (Latest News); ... sport can steer youth away from destructive habits. “If more young people took part in running or any form of sport, drugs wouldn’t have room to destroy their lives,” he said. Speaking while attending ...; Created on 06 June 2025
70. 88-Year Old Raises Alarm Over Substance-Fuelled Elder Abuse In Mopani: (Latest News); ... done,” he said, his voice heavy with concern. The engagement, held as part of build-up activities leading to the Child Protection Commemoration on Sunday, 08 June 2025, gave community members a platform ...; Created on 06 June 2025
71. Children Champion Proactive Solutions To Tackle Child Abuse In Limpopo Dialogues: (Latest News); ... associated with digital platforms, such as the sharing of private images and interactions with strangers online, advising a careful approach to social media use. These dialogues are part of the Department ...; Created on 06 June 2025
72. When disaster strikes, relief must be swift – and human: (Latest News); ... Relief of Distress programme administered by the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) offered a vital form of support. Designed for moments like these, the Social Relief of Distress programme allows ...; Created on 03 June 2025
73. Respite Care Services Give A New Lease Of Life To Families And Caregivers Of Children With Severe Disabilities In Mpumalanga: (Latest News); ... is left”, said MEC Moeketsi. Speaking on behalf of JICA, Project Formulation Advisor Mr Hagasewa Hiroyoku mentioned that the goal of the project is to build capacity at government and community level ...; Created on 21 May 2025
74. Department Of Social Development Leads Cross-Border Meeting To Strengthen Child Protection And Social Services In The Region: (Latest News); ... children, families, and migrants across borders. This meeting serves as a platform to strengthen the coordination of cross-border activities and collaboration between South Africa and Mozambique ...; Created on 17 May 2025
75. Civil Society at the Centre: NDA Rallies Sector to Tackle Poverty Head-On: (Latest News); ... – CSOs expected to play a critical role in delivering feedback, strengthening accountability mechanisms, and providing key insights that will inform and refine future NDA interventions. Today marks ...; Created on 09 May 2025
76. Second Session Of Child Protection Week Equips Parents To Identify Distress Signals: (Latest News); ... be exposed to any kind of abuse. The event will feature educational programs that teaches learners and parents to be aware of forms abuse and ways to prevent child abuse and neglect in their households ...; Created on 09 May 2025
77. Dsd Defends Its Position On The Child Support Grant.: (Latest News); ... Free sewerage services to 1.5 million households Solid waste removal for 2 million households 81.9% of households living in formal dwellings Public healthcare and access to education for dependents Members ...; Created on 09 May 2025
78. Opening Remarks By President Cyril Ramaphosa At The Occassion Of The Second Session Of The Lesotho-South Africa Bi-National Commission: (Latest News); ... and the continent. Lesotho has sought to promote and support the institutions of democracy and good governance. We commend your ongoing efforts to advance the political and constitutional reform ...; Created on 24 April 2025
79. Cabinet Confirms Netshipale As New Dg Of Social Development — A Leader Rooted In Community Development: (Latest News); ... ability to lead programmes that drive social transformation. He has served as the Deputy Director General: Community Development at the Department of Social Development since 2013, and prior to his official ...; Created on 27 March 2025
80. South Africa To Host The Bi-Centenial Africa Children’s Summit...: (Latest News); ... rs that affect them. This platform will continue to champion meaningful child participation, building on frameworks such as the African Union’s Agenda 2040 and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Chi ...; Created on 24 March 2025

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