Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport

Unite people through sport and culture to ensure a creative and active Western Cape. [email protected] 0860 142 142

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

Nominations to serve on the National Arts Council have been extended until 2 August 2026!

For nomination forms and all details, please go to https://t.co/yVv1hjQrl1

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

📣Important notice!

Nominations are now open for representatives to serve on the National Arts Council.

For more information, and to access the relevant nomination forms, please go to https://t.co/yVv1hjQrl1

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

We are saddened to hear of the unexpected passing of Bafana Bafana player Jayden Adams.

Jayden was a dedicated young footballer, with a bright future ahead. His death is a sad moment for the football fraternity, as well as for the broader sporting community across our country.

[Department of Sport, Arts and Culture @SportArtsCultur]

10 Days left till the closing date for The National Arts and Culture Awards (NACA) 2026 nominations.

Do you know an artist, creative, cultural practitioner, or organisation making an outstanding contribution to SA’s creative sector?

📌: https://t.co/dfRMgl7c2x

⏳17 July 2026

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

Congratulations Bafana Bafana on qualifying for the next round of the World Cup after your win this morning! 🇿🇦

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

We join millions across the globe in celebrating Africa Day.

Our diverse cultural landscape is a beautiful reflection of the broader African tapestry. Let us continue to champion an inclusive, creative, and active continent.

Happy Africa Day! 🇿🇦🤝🌍

[Ricardo Mackenzie MPP🇿🇦 @ricardomackenzi]

A beautiful shake out run this evening ahead of #CapeTownMararthon

The gees was amazing! Our City always show up!😀

#visitcapetown

[Springboks @Springboks]

Mr Mark Alexander congratulated #Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus, who was honoured with the National Order of Ikhamanga in Gold by the @PresidencyZA today - more here: https://t.co/J5hXoURbEz 🇿🇦

[SA Women's Rugby @WomenBoks]

The #BokWomen have left for Kenya and are ready for the defence of their African crown, which starts against Madagascar in Nairobi on Saturday - more here: https://t.co/XLRuJiQwc5 🌍
#BackHer

[Geordin Hill-Lewis @geordinhl]

Our newly-upgraded athletics stadiums in Blue Downs and Atlantis have secured World Athletics certification 🇿🇦🏃👏

We've rebuilt these stadiums because we want every kid to have access to great community facilities. Many of South Africa's future athletes will run here 🤩

More info: https://t.co/2JOeLObtVz

[Trevor Jones @trevorjonesfilm]

Thank you @WCGovCas #nationalorders @PresidencyZA @alanwinde @ricardomackenzi

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

Follow our WhatsApp Channel for more: https://t.co/oyT2QFj0HR

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

This prestigious honour recognises South African citizens who have excelled in the fields of arts, culture, literature, music, journalism, and sport. 🇿🇦

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

[THREAD] We are immensely proud to celebrate the trailblazers, visionaries, and icons from our province who received the Order of Ikhamanga from His Excellency President @CyrilRamaphosa. 💫

#NationalOrders

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

Today, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport handed over vital funding to the Sport Council and sporting federations in the Cape Metro. 💰

Read more: https://t.co/yUtFFsrd9G

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

Find your nearest museum here: https://t.co/pwxzsPgusW

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

🏛️ Today is #InternationalMuseumDay, under the theme: " Museums Uniting a Divided World. " 💙🌍

Museums invite honest reflection on difficult histories, celebrate our unique cultural roots, and serve as safe spaces where dialogue, empathy, and deep community healing can happen.

[Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport @WCGovCas]

Today, we handed over R686,605 to the Prince Albert Municipality to bring brand-new ablution facilities to the Sydwell Williams Centre.

We can’t wait to see these facilities take shape. Here’s to playing with heart and changing with dignity! 🙌✨

[SABC+ @SABCPlus]

South Africa, the countdown is ON!

SABC 3 is your official home of the FIFA World Cup 2026! Catch 34 matches LIVE on SABC 3, stream on SABC Plus, and stay locked in with SABC radio stations nationwide from 11 June to 19 July.

From the Opening Ceremony to the first big clash: Mexico vs South Africa.
This is more than football… this is OUR moment.

ALL OF US. ALL IN. KAOFELA. Don’t miss a second, only on SABC.

#FIFAWorldCup2026 #SABCSport #SABCPlus #SABC3 #FWC2026 #AllOfUsAllInKaofela

[Ricardo Mackenzie MPP🇿🇦 @ricardomackenzi]

Today we handed over cheques to sporting federations in the Cape Winelands area.

We continue investing in sport and sport administration to grow and strengthen our regions.

We also thanked the hardworking volunteers and administrators who tirelessly develop sport.🇿🇦