18 December, 2025General, News, NewslettersBaviaans River Erosion Protection Project Strengthens Flood Resilience in GenadendalCasidra’s Baviaans River Erosion Protection Project is steadily advancing, bringing crucial protection to the Genadendal community against flooding and riverbank erosion. Launched on 3 July 2025 and scheduled for completion… Read More
18 December, 2025General, News, NewslettersAgrimark Shows That Every Meal Counts on World Food DayWhen communities face food shortages, every meal matters. This year, Agrimark joined the global community in commemorating World Food Day under the theme; “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and… Read More
18 December, 2025General, NewsSEASON’S GREETINGS FROM OUR CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERThe achievements of Casidra over the past year stand as a powerful reminder of what becomes possible when purpose, partnership, and commitment come together. Our progress has never been the… Read More
10 December, 2025GeneralHistoric Milestone: First Black-Owned Wine Cellar Opens in South AfricaThe Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, this week celebrated a landmark achievement in South Africa’s wine industry, the official opening of Klein Goederust… Read More
8 December, 2025GeneralWestern Cape Celebrates Excellence and Innovation at Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute Graduation, as more than 200 qualifications are awardedThe Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, has hailed the 2025 Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute (EATI) Graduation Ceremony as a milestone in advancing skills… Read More
1 December, 2025GeneralCasidra Celebrates Movember: Honouring Men and Their HealthOn 28 November, Casidra came together to celebrate Movember with warmth, unity, and genuine appreciation. This occasion was more than moustaches or tradition, it was about recognising the men who… Read More
1 December, 2025GeneralCasidra’s Strategic Collaboration for Sustainable Growth and Vision for 2026Casidra hosted its final stakeholder engagement for 2025, reaffirming our shared commitment to economic development and community upliftment across the Western Cape. Read More
1 December, 2025GeneralCasidra Makes Its Mark at the African Agri Investment Indaba 2025 (AAII2025)Amid a pivotal moment in African agricultural development, Casidra, the Western Cape's leading Provincial Government Business Enterprise with an impressive record of 36 consecutive unqualified financial audits, made a strong impact at the African Agri Investment Indaba (AAII2025) held from 24–26 November 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). Read More
20 November, 2025Agriculture, Food Security, GeneralFoot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak Under Control in Western CapeThe Western Cape Department of Agriculture confirms that the recent Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak detected at a feedlot in Gouda, in the Cape Winelands, on 6 November 2025, is being… Read More
17 November, 2025GeneralCasidra Bids Farewell to One of Its Stalwarts, Chief Financial Officer Freek van ZylThe biggest highlight of this week was Casidra’s celebration of the retirement of one of its stalwarts, Chief Financial Officer Mr. Freek van Zyl, marking the conclusion of a distinguished… Read More
