Author: Debra Sauer
OPENBARE KENNISGEWING: SLUITING VAN UNIONDALE-KANTORE
Die publiek van Uniondale word hiermee in kennis gestel dat die munisipale kantore op Donderdag, 2 April 2026 om 12:00 sal sluit. Die kantore heropen weer op Dinsdag, 7 April 2026, ná die Paasnaweek.
Neem asseblief kennis dat die Bestuurslisensie-toetssentrum (DLTC) ook vir die volle dag op Donderdag, 2 April 2026 gesluit sal wees.
Handbook of Important Information for Emerging Contractors
What does it really mean to be a compliant contractor?
Compliance is more than paperwork — it’s about meeting legal, financial, and industry standards that make your business credible and competitive.
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Refuse collection and Municipal Offices closed for Easter Public Holidays
George Municipality hereby advises the public that all municipal offices will close on Thursday, 2 April at 12:00 and reopen on Tuesday, 7 April at 07:45.
Refuse removal services will continue as per the normal schedule on this day and throughout the Easter weekend period. Households and businesses are reminded to place refuse out by 07:00.
The Cashier Halls at the Main Building on York Street and the Market Street offices will close at 11:30. All libraries will be closed over the Easter weekend. The swimming pools in Conville and Uniondale will be open over the weekend, operating during normal hours.
Offices of Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) Office and Vehicle Testing Station (VTS) in Hibernia Street, MVR Blanco and Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC) in Pacaltsdorp will also be closing at 11:30 to the public.
Residents are urged to take note of these arrangements and to plan accordingly. Your cooperation is appreciated.
Refuse collection will proceed as normal on Thursday, 2 April 2026, as well as on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Business refuse removal will take place on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, as per the usual schedule.
For refuse-related enquiries (black, green, and blue bags), contact George Municipality Environmental Services at 82 Meade Street, George, or telephone 044 802 2900.
Building rubble, garden waste, and other materials not suitable for bag collection may be disposed of at the municipal refuse site on the R102 (Airport Road).
Operating hours are as follows: Monday to Friday 07:00–18:00, Saturday 07:00–15:00, and on all public holidays (excluding 25 December).
All emergency services will remain operational throughout the Easter weekend.
After-hours contact numbers:
Fire Emergency (24/7): 044 801 6311
Toll-Free Disaster Number (24/7): 087 152 9999
George Municipality After-hours Number: 044 801 6300
George Municipality reinforces commitment to good governance through continental engagement
The George Municipality continues to strengthen its commitment to ethical leadership, accountability, and sound governance as part of its Internal Audit Awareness Campaign, with March dedicated to the theme of Good Corporate Governance.
As part of this focus, the Municipality’s Chief Audit Executive (CAE), Jean‑Pierre Rossouw, participated as a panel speaker at the 45th African Corporate Governance Network Conference, held in Cape Town from 17–20 March 2026.
The conference, themed “Charting Africa’s Governance Future: King I Implementation; AI and Digital Transformation; Board Dynamics; ESG and Sustainability”, brought together governance practitioners, regulators, board members, and executives from across the continent to engage on emerging governance, risk, and assurance matters.
Rossouw contributed to a panel discussion titled “Risk Management and Internal Audit: How to Become the Pivot of Board and Council Decision‑Making”, which explored:
- the evolving role of Accounting Officers, Chief Audit Executives and Chief Risk Officers;
- enterprise‑wide risk oversight and assurance;
- risk‑based auditing and integrated reporting; and
- strengthening trust and accountability within public institutions.
The engagement provided an opportunity to share municipal‑level governance perspectives, while also gaining insight into continental best practice and emerging governance trends relevant to the local government environment.
George Municipality views participation in such platforms as part of its broader commitment to strengthening governance systems, embedding risk‑informed decision‑making, and promoting ethical leadership in support of sustainable service delivery.
As part of its Good Governance awareness focus, the Internal Audit function continues to reinforce the message that:
- governance is a shared organisational responsibility;
- risk management must be embedded in decision‑making processes; and
- internal audit plays a strategic assurance and advisory role in strengthening accountability and performance.
George Municipality remains committed to continuous improvement in governance, risk management, and internal control practices for the benefit of the community it serves.
Photo:
In the photo above is CAE, JP Rossouw (far right) participating during the panel discussions at the conference.
Common Workplace Ethical Risks
March is recognised as National Ethics Awareness Month, a time dedicated to encouraging individuals and organisations to reflect on their ethical standards and professional conduct. It provides an opportunity to promote integrity, accountability and responsible decision-making in the workplace and in public service.
For George Municipality, Ethics Awareness Month serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the highest standards of honesty, transparency and fairness in serving our community. By strengthening an ethical culture within the organisation, the municipality reaffirms its commitment to good governance, ethical leadership and building public trust.
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Apply now for the Cooperative Development support programme (CDSP)
The CDSP grant fund aims to support 50 cooperatives in growing and sustaining their operations by improving production efficiency, product quality, and scaling their activities.
Funded support may include:
- Machinery and equipment.
- Raw materials or stock.
- Commercial vehicles linked to operations.
- ICT systems.
- Infrastructure such as irrigation systems and boreholes
Closing Date: 20 March 2026
Download the application form here: https://tr.ee/z7KkSc