Department of Social Development

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Department of Social Development

Department of Social Development

The Department of Social Development of South Africa is a government department responsible for providing social development, protection, and welfare services to the public. Previously called the Department of Welfare, it was renamed in July 2000. The current Minister of Social Development is Lindiwe Zulu.

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Department of Social Development
Department of Social Development

What do Department of Social Development do?

Our task is to develop and monitor the implementation of social policy that both creates an enabling environment for and leads to the reduction in poverty. We ensure the provision of social protection and social welfare services to all people who live in our land.

What services are offered by DSD?

Treatment of substance abuse Life skills training and personal developmentCounselling Technical skills training HIV/AIDS Counselling Legal & Court servicesProgramme or youth in conflict with the law

  • Treatment of substance abuse.
  • Life skills training and personal development.
  • Counselling.
  • Technical skills training.

What are social welfare services in South Africa?

Social welfare programmes in South Africa include cash assistance, unemployment insurance, medical provisions, and housing subsidies.

What does Social Development include?

What is social development? Social development refers to the process by which a child learns to interact with others around them. As they develop and perceive their own individuality within their community, they also gain skills to communicate with other people and process their actions.


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