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George Mayor receives national recognition for excellence in leadership

In the photo above proudly sharing in the Mayor’s achievement are from left MMC Environmental Services, Cllr Monique Simmers; Whip of Council Theresa Jeyi, Cllr Annatjie Janse van Rensburg (Mossel Bay) who accepted the award on behalf of George and who represents the Western Cape SALGA Women’s Commission; Executive Mayor Jackie von Brandis and MMC Finance and Strategic Services Ald Iona Kritzinger.

George Municipality is proud to announce that Executive Mayor, Alderman Jackie von Brandis, has received national recognition from the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) for Excellence in Leadership, in celebration of Women’s Month. This prestigious award, presented at the end of July, was conferred on only nine female Executive Mayors across the country. It honours exceptional women in leadership who have demonstrated sound governance and achieved clean audit outcomes within their respective municipalities.
Executive Mayor von Brandis expressed her appreciation, stating:“I would like to thank SALGA for this honour and for acknowledging the strong governance systems we have implemented to ensure George Municipality remains financially sustainable. A clean audit is the result of focused leadership, teamwork, and our commitment to transparency. I also extend my congratulations to my fellow recipients for their outstanding contributions to their communities.”

The award underscores George Municipality’s ongoing commitment to good governance, fiscal discipline, and accountable leadership. Under the guidance of the Executive Mayor, the municipality has consistently upheld its vision to deliver services in a responsible and transparent manner.
The ceremony, held as part of national Women’s Month commemorations, celebrated the achievements of outstanding women leaders in local government who continue to inspire future generations of public servants.

Other recipients of the award include the Executive Mayors of:
• Joe Gqabi District Municipality (Eastern Cape)
• Mnquma Local Municipality (Eastern Cape)
• Umzimvubu Local Municipality (Eastern Cape)
• Cape Winelands District Municipality (Western Cape)
• Breede Valley Local Municipality (Western Cape)
• Capricorn District Municipality (Limpopo)
• Umlalazi Local Municipality (KwaZulu-Natal)

George Municipality remains steadfast in its dedication to high standards of governance, financial accountability, and delivering on its mandate to the people of George.