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🟢TUESDAY REMINDER
Let's speak out against all forms of violence, report abuse, and create communities where every child can thrive.
Together, we can protect children and build a brighter future.
#EndViolenceAgainstChildren #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether
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DSD WARMLY WELCOMES MS LUMKA OLIPHANT FOLLOWING HER REINSTATEMENT AS CHIEF DIRECTOR: COMMUNICATION
The National Department of Social Development warmly welcomes Ms Lumka Oliphant following her reinstatement as Chief Director: Communication. We wish her every success as she resumes her responsibilities.
#DSDPortfolioAtWork #DSDCares#BuildingACaringSocietyTogether
In Pictures📸 Commemorating Orange Day in Mathane Village, Port St Johns.
In the recent past, the area has experienced incidents of gender-based violence.
#OrangeDay #NotoGBV #EndGBVF #BuildingaCaringSociety #DSDCares
📢 PUBLIC NOTICE | ATTENTION ALL NPOs
🔗 For more information, visit npo.gov.za.
#DSDCares #NPOCompliance #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether
DAY 2 OF TRACK AND FIELD IS UNDERWAY..
Our EC participants are high in spirit, determined and eager to give their all as they compete for medals at the National Active Ageing Programme( Golden Game) in Mangaung, Free Sate Province.
#ActiveAging
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GOLDEN GAMES 2026 | DAY ONE | BLOEMFONTEIN
“Age must never become a barrier to dignity, opportunity or participation.”
Addressing older persons from all nine provinces during Day One of the National Active Ageing Programme (NAAP) in Bloemfontein, Free State, Minister of Social Development, Ms Dina Pule, reaffirmed government's commitment to promoting active and heal while protecting the rights and dignity of older persons.
The Minister emphasised that older persons are not merely recipients of care, but active citizens, community leaders and custodians of wisdom whose contributions continue to shape society.
Under the theme “Golden Years: See Our Value; Golden Opportunities: Promote Our Rights,” she called for stronger community-based programmes, greater social inclusion and sustained efforts to protect older persons from abuse, neglect and discrimination.
The Minister also officially declared the 2026 National Golden Games open, encouraging participants to embrace the spirit of friendship, unity and healthy competition.
#GoldenGames2026 #SocialDevelopmentMonth2026 #OlderPersonsMatter #DSDCares
IT'S GAME DAY
The Eastern Cape men’s soccer team, aged 60 years and above, is gearing up to take on Northern Cape at the 2026 National Golden Games in the Free State.
The spirit is high, the determination is strong and the team is ready to give it their all on the field.
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Join us eQonce and show your support for cooperatives and community projects.
Come and explore a variety of locally produced goods, including fresh vegetables, baked goods, dairy products and beautifully sewn items @ECSocDev #EasternCape #BuffaloCity
EASTERN CAPE LEADS THE WAY
The Eastern Cape delegation leads the parade ahead of the start of the 2026 National Golden Games in the Free State Province.
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📍 MTHATHA, EASTERN CAPE
Minister of Social Development, Ms Dina Pule, speaks to the media on the sidelines of the Ministerial ICROP, highlighting efforts to bring essential government services closer to communities.
#DSDPortfolioAtWork #DSDCares #BringingServicesCloser
MEC Bukiwe Fanta, today, joined Free State MEC for Social Development, MEC Mathabo Hlalele in Mangaung, Bloemfontein for the official opening of the 2026 National Golden Games, taking place on 30–31 October 2026.
HAPPENING TODAY| JOY RIDE FOR OUR SENIOR CITIZENS
@PRASA_GROUP collaboration with the ECDSD is creating memorable experiences for older persons through a special train joy ride from East London to Cambridge.
#DSDCARES #BuildingACaringSocietyTogether #SocialDevelopmentMonth
ECDSD led by MEC Bukiwe Fanta is in KwaMasingatha eQonce -ward 37 in BCMM for a community outreach.
The outreach is bring government services and information closer to residents, helping community members access support and engage with relevant departments and partners.
The countdown is on.
We are excited as we prepare for the upcoming Golden Games, bringing together our energetic and enthusiastic participants aged 60 years and above.
ECDSD is proud to announce the participation of 130 EC senior citizens aged 60 years and above in the National Active Ageing Programme for Senior Citizens (Golden Games).
The programme promotes active ageing, healthy lifestyles, social inclusion and the overall well-being of older persons, while providing opportunities for social interaction, recreation and the celebration of their abilities and achievements.
We wish our 130 participants from the Eastern Cape a successful and memorable experience as they represent the province with pride, enthusiasm and determination.
#GoldenGames2026 #SocialDevelopmentMonth2026 #BuildingACaringSociety
OFFICIALLY OPENED!
ECDSD officially opened and handed over a brand-new, state-of-the-art office complex to serve as the Jansenville Service Delivery Point (SDP).
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