Stellenbosch Municipality

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05/06/2026

Call for Nominations are OPEN !
Winelanders: nominate your women of stature now

Taalmonument, municipality and trust again to sponsor sought-after awards

The Afrikaans Language Museum and Monument (ATM), Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM) and Historium Trust are delighted to announce the fifth Phenomenal Women Awards. This leading annual event will celebrate the remarkable achievements of the incredible women in our community.

The call for nominations is now open and we invite the public to nominate unsung heroes who are making inspiring contributions to the Cape Winelands communities. ENTRIES ARE FREE AND CLOSE ON TUESDAY, 21 JULY 2026, AT 16:00.

The judging will be conducted by a panel of leading women in August, after which the awards ceremony on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, promises to be a highlight of Women’s Month once again. The gala event will recognise and celebrate the exceptional achievements of women who have inspired their communities and motivated others to strive for excellence.

The Phenomenal Women Awards aim to fill future generations with hope and empowerment, and prove that there are no limits to what women can achieve. The community is encouraged to participate in recognising these exceptional women, regardless of their backgrounds, and their extraordinary journeys.

This year's event also takes place in the same year that the country celebrates the adoption of South Africa's constitution 30 years ago (1996), commemorates the Soweto uprisings 50 years ago (1976), and honours the historic women's march on Women's Day 70 years ago (1956). In this way, it pays tribute locally to women's role in advancing human rights, equality and community development.

The 10 categories are: Agriculture, Early Childhood Development, Basic Education, NGO/CDW Sector, Entrepreneur, Support, Management, Passion, Promotion of Afrikaans/multilingualism as well as Disabilities. Category descriptions and terms and conditions at capewinelands.gov.za.

Nomination forms can be completed and downloaded online from the CWDM website at capewinelands.gov.za or collected from any CWDM office or the Historium Trust in Pastorie Avenue, Paarl. You can also receive the form by sending a WhatsApp message with the text ‘Phenomenal Women’ to 076 017 6026. Completed forms must be sent by email to [email protected] or by WhatsApp to 076 017 6026 by TUESDAY, 21 JULY 2026, AT 16:00. It can also be physically submitted at the Historium Trust or any CWDM office.

Today, Executive Mayor Jeremy Fasser, together with councillors, attended the culmination event of the 100 Days Against ...
05/06/2026

Today, Executive Mayor Jeremy Fasser, together with councillors, attended the culmination event of the 100 Days Against Gender-Based Violence Challenge in Franschhoek – a powerful initiative driven by Stellenbosch Municipality's Community Development Department.

Over the past 100 days, the department has worked closely with NGOs, schools, ECD centres, community organisations and other stakeholders to raise awareness about gender-based violence, provide educational resources and connect communities with support services.

The challenge was born from a simple but important belief: the fight against gender-based violence cannot be limited to just 16 Days of Activism each year. It requires ongoing awareness, education, support and action throughout the year.

Today's event marked the successful conclusion of the campaign and was filled with meaningful engagement, community participation and a vibrant celebration of the efforts made over the past three months.

Gender-based violence remains one of the most pressing challenges facing our country and together we must continue to stand up, speak out and support those affected – not only for 16 days, but every day of the year.

The Mayor of Stellenbosch recently met with Ms Ruby Jaspreet, Consul General of India, together with Municipal Manager G...
03/06/2026

The Mayor of Stellenbosch recently met with Ms Ruby Jaspreet, Consul General of India, together with Municipal Manager Geraldine Mettler, MMC for Planning, LED & Tourism, Cllr Tamryn Kumm, Mr Bhagwan Sahay Meena and the Consulate team to discuss opportunities for future collaboration.

Discussions centred on strengthening innovation in key areas such as agritech, artificial intelligence and research. The meeting emphasised a shared commitment to advancing innovation, knowledge and sustainable development in South Africa, with particular emphasis on the agritech sector.

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As South Africa commemorates 50 years since Soweto Uprising, the Centre for Social Justice at Stellenbosch University an...
03/06/2026

As South Africa commemorates 50 years since Soweto Uprising, the Centre for Social Justice at Stellenbosch University and partners invite you to walk in support of access, education parity and inclusion.

Join us for the Annual Social Justice Walk as we walk from Stellenbosch via the Old Helshoogte Pass to Pniël to clear student debt.

🗓 Tuesday, 16 June 2026
⏰ 07:30 – 14:00
📍 Starting Point: Kruiskerk
🎟 R300 per person: https://shorturl.at/DJVaO

Your ticket includes:
✔️ Refreshments
✔️ T-Shirt
✔️ Medal
✔️ Transport back to Stellenbosch

Funds raised through support students to clear student debt and continue their academic journeys with dignity and hope.

This year’s walk commemorates 50 years since June 16 by bringing together students, communities, leaders, captains of industries and changemakers in a shared commitment to social justice in higher education.

Let’s walk together.

📲 WhatsApp for Business Mini Workshop — 18 June at Launchlab Are you using WhatsApp to run your business but know you co...
03/06/2026

📲 WhatsApp for Business Mini Workshop — 18 June at Launchlab

Are you using WhatsApp to run your business but know you could be doing so much more with it? This free workshop is exactly what you need.
Brendan Pretorius (Founder of Green Pages) will show you how to turn WhatsApp into a proper business tool — from customer engagement to automation to conversion.

🗓 18 June
⏰ 16:30 for 17:00 – 19:00
📍 SU LaunchLab, Stellenbosch
🎟 FREE | Only 70 spots available

Brought to you by Stellenbosch Network, Stellenbosch Municipality and SU LaunchLab.

👉 Grab your spot —https://airtable.com/appo3Hs19zfZdqnYY/shrDA6zKftSaVAGVY

Hello Wednesday. A cool and wet day lies ahead as a cold front moves into the valley, with light rain expected throughou...
03/06/2026

Hello Wednesday.

A cool and wet day lies ahead as a cold front moves into the valley, with light rain expected throughout the day.

⚠️ Please drive safely, switch on your headlights and maintain a safe following distance.

Stay warm and stay safe. 🪾🍂☔️

Calling all small business owners in the Dwarsrivier ValleyJoin Stellenbosch Municipality’s LED Unit and SEDFA for a Bus...
01/06/2026

Calling all small business owners in the Dwarsrivier Valley

Join Stellenbosch Municipality’s LED Unit and SEDFA for a Business Awareness Session designed to support and empower local entrepreneurs.

📅 18 June 2026
🕘 09:00
📍 Pniel Banquet Hall

Register here: https://forms.gle/yFyDhJSiX7u7ir7R6

♟️ Calling all young strategists! Join the Cloetesville Library Chess Club and sharpen your skills while having fun.📍 Ag...
01/06/2026

♟️ Calling all young strategists! Join the Cloetesville Library Chess Club and sharpen your skills while having fun.

📍 Ages 7–12
📅 Every Wednesday
🕒 15:00
📚 Cloetesville Library

New day. New week. New month. ⛅️🍂❄️It's a partly cloudy and cool start across the valley today. May June be filled with ...
01/06/2026

New day. New week. New month. ⛅️🍂❄️

It's a partly cloudy and cool start across the valley today. May June be filled with blessings, opportunity and new beginnings for all who call our municipality home.

31/05/2026

Stellenbosch Municipality wishes to confirm that earlier this evening, a municipal official from the Electricity Department, who was on standby duty and responding to service calls in Mooiwater, Franschhoek, was involved in an unfortunate motor vehicle accident involving two minors, aged 12 and 13.

Emergency services, including Traffic Services, EMS and first responders, were immediately dispatched to the scene. The two children were stabilised and transported to nearby hospitals, where they are receiving medical treatment and recovering.

The vehicle involved has been impounded and the South African Police Service has opened a case of reckless and negligent driving.

The Municipality will cooperate fully with the investigation and provide all necessary support to the families affected.

We deeply regret this unfortunate incident and extend our thoughts and prayers to the two young patients, their families and all those impacted.

The Municipality will remain in contact with both the families involved and the employee's family as the investigation proceeds and we wish the children a full and speedy recovery.

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