Premier Alan Winde calls for scrapping of National State of Disaster

Winde said that South Africa does not need a disaster declaration to manage Covid-19.
Western Cape exits third wave peak, Premier Winde calls for relaxation of restrictions

Premier Winde will petition the President to move the Western Cape down a level to Alert Level 2 as soon as possible.
Alan Winde joins “My Octopus Teacher’ crew to promote ocean conservation

Cape Premier Alan Winde joined the Oscar-Winning My Octopus Teacher crew in snorkeling and free diving in the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area to mark World Oceans Week.
Winde concerned over rise in COVID-19 infections in Western Cape

Active infectious cases in the province have increased by over 60%, from 3000 to 5000 in just under three weeks.
Bonginkosi Madikizela suspended with immediate effect over dodgy CV claims

The Premier said he would make a final decision regarding Madikizela and his role in his cabinet once he has all the facts.
Bonginkosi Madikizela to be acting premier while Winde is on leave

Premier Winde will be on leave from Wednesday March 10.
Alan Winde says new restrictions need to be reviewed after 14 days

“…I will continue to stand up to the National Government against any restriction that is not effective or has remained in place for longer than is necessary.”
‘Per-unit-of-alcohol’ pricing on the table for the Cape as part of stricter alcohol laws

“This will make it more expensive to buy alcoholic beverages with higher alcohol percentages; an approach which evidence suggests can be effective in preventing binge drinking.”
Next 100 days crucial for the Western Cape

“We have to get those kinds of jobs back that the government funds,”
Lifestyle audits of Western Cape cabinet members reveal no conflicts of interest

“…Nexus analysed each members’ bank statements.”