Stories & Updates

News & Updates

From the Network

Stay up to date with advocacy developments, events, member highlights, press releases, newsletters, and other news from the Western Cape Network on Disability (WCND).

This is also where we share current projects, partnerships, campaign developments, research collaborations, and other time-sensitive examples of the Network’s work.

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New evidence filed in the Dial-a-Ride court case

WCND, #UniteBehind and Disability Revolution

A supplementary affidavit filed in the Western Cape High Court responds to documents disclosed by the City, revealing that it approved a service expansion plan it then failed to fund.

Read more — New evidence filed in the Dial-a-Ride court case

From the Chairperson's Desk: December 2025

Anthony Ghillino, Chairperson

The newly elected Board, a new communication strategy, the rebrand and digital platform, and updates on Dial-a-Ride, the NLTA petition and Disability Rights Awareness Month.

Read more — From the Chairperson's Desk: December 2025

When "disability awareness" rings hollow

The Board of the Western Cape Network on Disability

A response to Councillor Tami Jackson's silence, three weeks after the Network's open letter, as Disability Rights Awareness Month begins.

Read more — When "disability awareness" rings hollow

Open letter to Councillor Tami Jackson

The Board of the Western Cape Network on Disability

A response to a Councillor's remark, made in a City Urban Mobility meeting, expressing shock that Dial-a-Ride eligibility included visits to family members and to the beach.

Read more — Open letter to Councillor Tami Jackson