Social workers in the province are overseeing up to 100 cases at a time and the Department of Social Development revealed the ratio for one is every 5000 people.
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The endeavours of several key role-players dedicated to promoting awareness of the plight of undocumented children received a much-needed boost following a special visit by the Western Cape Commissioner for Children Christina Nomdo, who had been called on in support of the joint initiative intended to culminate in the launch of an official campaign in August.
Three years ago, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde appointed the country’s first commissioner for children. Commissioner Christina Nomdo says her office needs more powers to perform more than just an oversight role.