Eastern Cape Department of Social Development official page. #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has highlighted that giving every child a strong start in life requires a collective effort from government, families, communities and the private sector. In his address at the Bana Pele Leadership Summit 2026, the President underscored the importance of creating an environment where children can learn, grow and reach their full potential. From supporting early learning centres to investing in quality early childhood development, every contribution matters. #BanaPele
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IN PICTURES 📸 | ICROP BRINGS GOVERNMENT SERVICES CLOSER TO NIEU BETHESDA As part of #SocialDevelopmentMonth, #ECDSD led by MEC Ms Bukiwe Fanta, today led an #ICROP in Nieu Bethesda, Dr Beyers Naudé Local Municipality, Sarah Baartman District. #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether
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ONE DAY TO GO! | OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE JANSENVILLE SDP & SERVICES ON WHEELS ECDSD is set to officially open the Jansenville Service Delivery Point (SDP) and Services on Wheels tomorrow, 20 October 2026. #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether #SocialDevelopmentMonth
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NATIONAL NUTRITION WEEK 2026 | Healthy Choices, Healthier Workplaces Workplaces have an important role to play in promoting good nutrition and employee well-being. Access to nutritious meals and safe drinking water, healthier catering at meetings and workplace events, and supportive breastfeeding facilities can help create an environment where employees’ health needs are prioritised. By integrating healthy eating practices into the working day and supporting employees at every stage of their lives, organisations can contribute to a healthier, more productive workforce. #NationalNutritionWeekZA2026 #NNWZA2026 #BetterNutrition
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DID YOU KNOW? 💡 ECDSD supports community cooperatives to create employment opportunities, empower families and fight poverty. Through partnerships and community-driven initiatives, we strengthen livelihoods, promote self-reliance and build stronger & resilient communities.
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MEDIA STATEMENT| SASSA announces revised November 2026 social grant payment dates ahead of local government elections
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IN PICTURES 📸 | As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, NEHAWU members from the Mt. Ayliff DSD Branch hosted a Cancer Awareness Campaign. #SocialDevelopmentMonth #CancerAwareness #DSDCARES #ecdsd #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether
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TAKE A STAND. WALK FOR CHANGE! BCM DSD Men’s Forum is hitting the streets of Mdantsane for a 5KM Fun Walk to raise awareness and take a stand against two critical issues affecting our communities: Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) and cancer awareness. #EndGBVF
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MEDIA STATEMENT- MEC Bukiwe Fanta CONDEMNS ATTACK ON SOCIAL WORKER IN MTHATHA. #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether #DSDCARES
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3 DAYS TO GO! | STRONGER FAMILIES, SAFER COMMUNITIES This #SocialDevelopmentMonth, #ECDSD continues to champion initiatives that promote family stability, protect children and strengthen community support systems. #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether #DSDCARES
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📰ECDSD NEWS | STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION ECDSDevelopment today commenced its three-day Strategic Planning Session in Empekweni, focusing on the Department’s priorities and direction for the coming financial year. #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether #DSDCARES #ecdsd
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As the Department looks ahead, one fundamental question must guide its planning: When we look back at the 2026/27 financial year, what will have changed in the lives of the people we serve because of our work?" said Ms B. Fanta. #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether #DSDCARES #ecdsd
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This question remains at the heart of every priority, decision and commitment as we work towards strengthening families, improving service delivery and building a caring society. #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether #DSDCARES #ecdsd
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🟣 Monday Reminder| Gender-Based Violence and Femicide has no place in our communities. Let’s speak up, stand together and take action to protect women and girls. Report GBVF: Crime Stop — 086 00 10111 GBV Command Centre (24 hours): 0800 428 428 #EndGBVF #DSDCARES
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CLASS OF 2026 | A MESSAGE FROM MEC BUKIWE FANTA As the Class of 2026 prepares for their final examinations,ECDSD MEC, Ms B Fanta, shares a message of encouragement and support for all matriculants. Good luck, Class of 2026! Your future starts now. 📚 #ClassOf2026 #ECDSDCARES
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As #ECDSD begins its Policy Development and Strategic Planning Retreat, recently the HOD Mzimkhulu Machemba received CIAGOL's 2026 Service Delivery Champion - Improved Audit Outcomes Award.
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The award was presented to ECDSD after it received improved audit report from the Auditor-General for the last financial year. The Charted Institute of Governance, Oversight and Leadership (CIAGOL) is a professional body that focuses on audit governance, ethics, and compliance.
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The three-day policy and strategic planning session in Mpekweni, outside of Port Alfred will receive input from MEC Fanta and senior management in preparing for the next financial year.
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