Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 89,05%
Rainfall for the previous days: 11.5 mm (Measured from 1 – 7 July 2025)
Please see the link to 2B water restrictions implemented as of 1 May 2024: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
The George Municipality hereby informs the public that the LEU eye test machines at the Driver’s Licence Testing Centre (DLTC) is currently out of operation due to unforeseen circumstances. The problem is experienced throughout the province.
Please take note that no transactions for driver’s licences can be processed at the DLTC without the functioning LEU eye test machines. This outage does not impact Vehicle Testing Station (VTS) or Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) transactions in town.
We apologise for the inconvenience and assure the public that services will resume as soon as the system is back online.
Please take note that George Municipality will be phasing out online municipal payments for motor vehicle licence renewals. This decision has been taken due to risks associated with the process. Specifically, online payments are often not accompanied by the required application form (ALV) and supporting documents, such as proof of identification, as prescribed by the National Road Traffic Act.
The phasing-out of George Municipality’s online payment facility will commence on 1 July 2025,with complete termination of the service by 31 December 2025. Notices regarding the termination will be attached to each ONLINE motor vehicle licence issued at municipal offices, displayed at licensing offices, and communicated telephonically to those making enquiries.
It is important to note that this change only affects online payments made directly to George Municipality. Payments made in person at municipal offices or online via the RTMC portal remain unaffected. The online payment method was originally introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic to minimise queues and reduce potential exposure to infection. However, the process poses a verification risk, as online payments are often not submitted with the required supporting documentation, making it difficult to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Residents are reminded that alternative convenient options are available:
• The Blanco drive-through facility remains operational for in-person applications.
• The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) online portal is available for those who wish to complete the process online. Licences ordered through the RTMC portal are delivered via courier at a fee of R99.
Drive Through Services
1. Only Motor Vehicle Licence Renewals can be done at the Drive-through window.
(All other transactions must be handled at the Hibernia Street premises.)
2. Please have your MVL2 printout or notice ready. The notice is received via EMAIL and the notice number via SMS from the E-Natis system if you are registered and your contact details are updated. You cannot be assisted without this. (Please note the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) no longer allows you to print a copy of your MVL2 from E-Natis.)
3. Please note a maximum of two licenses can be processed per visit, per person.
No cash payments will be accepted, payment is via card only.
4. You must as a vehicle owner, Register on E-Natis in order to receive a notification of the expiry of your Motor Vehicle Licence.
This is how you register on E-Natis:
Start by registering a profile online at https://online.natis.gov.za/#/ Choose between registering as a business or individual.
1. Enter the following details for the Individual: Identification type, Identification number, Initials and Surname.
2. Enter the following details for businesses: Business/Company details – Identification type, Identification number, Company name. Proxy details – Identification type, Identification number, Initials, Surname.
3. Please enter the CAW number of any of the vehicles registered in your name/company name in order to register and then proceed to the next step.
4. Enter your latest cellphone number and E-mail address accurately, along with your chosen Username and password and click on NEXT.
5. You or your company are now registered on the online E-Natis system and will receive your Electronic MVL2 via E-mail or Notice number via SMS, a month in advance of your motor vehicle license expiry date. (Please note the Road Traffic Management Corporation(RTMC) no longer allows you to print a copy of your MVL2 from E-Natis.)
6. The amount for the renewal of your vehicle will be on the MVL2 Notice along with all your motor vehicle particulars.
7. If you have previously registered on E-Natis, please ensure that your most recent E-mail address and cell phone number are updated in order to receive notification of your license expiry.
8. Once you receive either an MVL2 notice via E-mail or a Notice number via SMS, you may present this to the licensing office for your renewal.
9. Please note that OVERDUE licenses may not be renewed with the MVL2 and Notice number. A green ALV form is required to renew OVERDUE licenses and cases where the Owner/Company did not receive any of these notifications.
For further information, please contact the George Municipality Motor Vehicle Licensing Division at 044 801 9310.
We thank the public for their understanding and cooperation.
Buying bus trips in bulk with your GO GEORGE Smart card is not only more convenient – it’s also significantly cheaper. With the annual fare increase taking effect on 1 July 2025, now is the perfect time to top up and save.
From 1 July, smart card trips bought in bundles of 10 or more will cost R13.45 per trip and remain the best buy. Bundles of two to eight trips will cost R14.80 per trip, and single trips will cost R17.90. A passenger who uses the bus five days per week could save up to R196 per month by loading 10 trips or more at once instead of purchasing single trips.
Buy before tariff increase and save
Trips on the Smart card never expire, so there is no risk of losing trips, even if a person does not travel regularly. For the same reason, it is a smart move to load more trips before the tariff increase kicks in, but passengers are advised to treat their Smart Cards as cautiously as they would treat cash, since trips on a lost or stolen card cannot be refunded.
Top up in time
Passengers are advised not to wait until they have no trips left, and to always keep at least two emergency trips on their smart cards. Having to top up on their way to work or school could be frustrating when the queues are long, or when vendors experience technical problems. It would be better to top up outside of peak times, and at a time when they’re in no rush to be somewhere on time.
Top-ups can be done at any of the smart card kiosks and mobile kiosks, as well as almost 300 top-up vendors all over town. Look out for the GO GEORGE vendor signage, “TOP UP YOUR SMART CARD HERE”, or for a detailed list of all top-up vendors, visit the GO GEORGE website at www.gogeorge.org.za/fares-cards/. Alternatively, phone the Call Centre on 0800 044 044 where agents are on duty from 05:00 until 20:00, seven days a week. Enquiries can also be e-mailed to info@gogeorge.org.za.
GO GEORGE smart card top-up vendors all over town and in residential areas are clearly marked with branded signage.
Om busritte in grootmaat met jou GO GEORGE-slimkaart aan te koop, is nie net geriefliker nie – dit is ook aansienlik goedkoper. Met die jaarlikse tariefverhoging wat 1 Julie 2025 in werking tree, is dit nou die ideale tyd om jou kaart te laai en te bespaar.
Vanaf 1 Julie sal ritte wat in bundels van 10 of meer gekoop word, R13.45 per rit kos en steeds die beste waarde bied. Bundels van twee tot agt ritte sal R14.80 per rit kos, en ’n los rit sal R17.90 kos. ’n Passasier wat vyf dae per week reis, kan tot R196 per maand bespaar deur 10 of meer ritte tegelyk te laai, eerder as om elke keer ’n enkele rit aan te koop.
Koop voor tariefverhoging en spaar
Ritte op die slimkaart verval nooit nie, so daar is geen risiko om ritte te verloor nie, selfs al ry ‘n persoon nie gereeld bus nie. Om dieselfde rede is dit ‘n slim skuif om meer ritte te laai voordat die tariefverhoging inskop. Passasiers word egter aangeraai om hul slimkaarte so versigtig soos kontant te hanteer aangesien ritte op ‘n verlore of gesteelde kaart nie terugbetaal kan word nie.
Herlaai betyds
Passasiers word aangeraai om nie te wag totdat hulle geen ritte oor het nie, en om altyd ten minste twee noodritte op hul slimkaarte te hou. Om op pad werk of skool toe te herlaai, kan frustrerend wees wanneer die rye lank is, of wanneer herlaaipunte tegniese probleme ondervind. Dit sal beter wees om buite spitstye te herlaai op ‘n tyd wanneer jy nie jaag om betyds by jou bestemming te wees nie.
Jy kan by enige van die slimkaartkiosks en mobiele kiosks ritte koop, asook by amper 300 herlaaipunte regoor die stad. Wees op die uitkyk vir die “HERLAAI JOU SLIMKAART HIER”-uithangborde, besoek die GO GEORGE-webblad by www.gogeorge.org.za/fares-cards/ vir ’n volledige lys, of skakel die inbelsentrum by 0800 044 044. Agente is van 05:00 tot 20:00, sewe dae per week aan diens. Navrae kan ook per e-pos gestuur word aan info@gogeorge.org.za.
Herlaaipunte vir slimkaartritte regoor die stad en in woonbuurte word aangedui met duidelike uithangborde.
Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 91,83%
Rainfall for the previous days: 0 mm (Measured from 18 – 23 June 2025)
Please see the link to 2B water restrictions implemented as of 1 May 2024: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
George Municipality hereby notifies all stakeholders and members of the public that the Supply Chain Management (SCM) Unit has officially relocated to the 5th Floor of the main municipal building, York Street.
All visitors and service providers are kindly requested to proceed to the 5th Floor for any SCM-related enquiries or assistance.
Important:
Please note that tender and quotation documents must still be deposited in the designated tender box on the 1st Floor (located at the previous SCM offices).
George Municipality thanks all stakeholders for their cooperation and understanding during this transition.
Enquiries: 044 801 9134
scm@george.gov.za
The George Junior City Council (JCC) held its first full Council meeting recently (29 May 2025), marking a milestone with learners from more schools now represented. Participating schools included Glenwood House, York High, Outeniqua High, George High, Eden Technical High school, and the new Heatherlands High. Although unable to attend, Jonga High and Thembalethu High Schools were also invited. The Executive Mayor visited to show support and encourage the young leaders as the JCC and George Municipality continue efforts to involve all local schools. With them in front sitting, is the Executive Mayor of George, Alderlady Jackie von Brandis, and at the back are Cllr Thandiswa Qatana, Bevan Ellman, Director of Corporate Services, and Jonel Kerspuy, Coordinator of Youth Development at George Municipality.
George Municipality is proud to announce the official opening of its brand-new municipal offices at 46 Market Street, formerly known as the York Hostel.
After standing vacant for more than 15 years, this once-dilapidated building has been transformed into a modern, accessible municipal facility that will serve as a vital hub for municipal services in the heart of George.
Strategically positioned just steps from the GO GEORGE public transport hub, the new building houses the Directorate of Planning and Development, including Human Settlements, as well as officials from the Financial and Strategic Services Department.
George Municipal Manager, Godfrey Louw, confirmed that the building will be given a new name, following a public participation process.
Residents can now access key municipal services at the new facility, including assistance with planning and development applications, human settlements queries such as the housing waiting list, indigent support for vulnerable households, and support for Investment Properties (land acquisition and lease applications) matters. While cash payments will not be accepted on-site, credit card facilities will be phased in over time. The facility is fully accessible, including a disabled-access lift, and has been purposefully designed to ease the burden of travel for residents seeking municipal assistance.
Speaking at the official opening on Friday, 13 June 2025, Acting Executive Mayor of George, Cllr Browen Johnson, described the event as a significant and historic moment for the municipality. He said it filled him with immense pride and a profound sense of purpose to stand before the audience as the municipality delivered on a long-standing commitment. He emphasised that the building represents more than bricks and mortar — it is a bridge between government and the people, a symbol of service, not bureaucracy. Councillor Johnson explained that while accessing the building may still require some travel, its strategic location — within metres of reliable public transport, including the GO GEORGE bus service — was intentional. He noted that key services have been decentralised to make them more accessible, ensuring that vulnerable groups, the elderly, and entrepreneurs can now receive the help they need closer to home.
Cllr Johnson extended his sincere thanks to Municipal Manager Louw for his leadership throughout the project, to the contractors for delivering excellent work, and to all municipal staff involved in making the project a reality. He reminded those present that the true success of the building would not be measured by its appearance, but by the difference it makes in people’s lives — through resolved queries, processed documents, and renewed confidence in the municipality’s commitment to service delivery.
According to Louw, the York Hostel had long been an eyesore in the Central Business District before Council resolved in 2024 to acquire the building from the Department of Public Works in exchange for several municipal buildings used by provincial health clinics. He highlighted that the revitalisation of this historic building not only breathes new life into the immediate surroundings but will also contribute to the economic revitalisation of the CBD. Louw noted that the municipality’s presence in the area would add value to neighbouring properties and support growth in the local economy.
The comprehensive renovation included the complete gutting of the old structure and the installation of new windows, ablution facilities, roofing, a modern customer service centre, and a disabled-access lift. New parking areas were created, and the building was fitted with modern open-plan layouts and shared working spaces. The project was successfully delivered by a team of dedicated professionals including Ruwacon as main contractor, SDK Architects, Urban Engineering, Leap Quantity Surveyors, and on-site project managers and safety officers. The municipality extends its sincere thanks to all involved for their hard work and commitment.
Cllr Jean Safers, Mayoral Committee Member for Human Settlements, also addressed the event, expressing his appreciation to all stakeholders involved in delivering the project. He specifically acknowledged Mahlatse Phosa, Director of Planning and Development, as well as Delia Power, Deputy Director: Planning, for their commitment to the success of the project. Councillor Safers described the facility as the Directorate’s flagship project and placed responsibility for its success firmly with the team leading it. He expressed full confidence in their ability to deliver effective service to the residents of George and called on the community to provide feedback.
Photos:
Godfrey Louw, George Municipal Manager; Councillor Browen Johnson, Acting Executive Mayor of George; Councillor Theresa Jeyi, Chief Whip of George Council; and Mahlatse Phosa, Director: Planning and Development, cut the ribbon at the new municipal building at 46 Market Street.
Councillors and officials at the official opening of the new municipal building in Market Street, next to the GO GEORGE transport hub.
The Municipal Manager, Godfrey Louw, members of the Mayoral Committee, and directors at the opening of the building.
Director Mahlatse Phosa and officials who occupy the new building listen intently to Acting Mayor Councillor Browen Johnson’s opening speech.
Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 92,44%
Rainfall for the previous days: 29 mm (Measured from 10 – 17June 2025)
Please see the link to 2B water restrictions implemented as of 1 May 2024: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
In the photo above, George Municipality officials and members from SAHARA and Stop Trafficking Organisations sacrifice their time and the comfort of their own homes to distribute soup to vulnerable individuals living on the Streets across the George area.
The George Municipality, in collaboration with members of the Forum for Persons Living on the Streets, successfully conducted an outreach on the evening of 10 June 2025, during which five pots of soup were distributed to 137 individuals in need in George.
According to Estelle Fredericks, auxiliary social work at George Municipality, this outreach was made possible through the dedicated support of SAHARA and Stop Trafficking Organisations, who assisted municipal officials on the evening, along with valued contributions from George Night Shelter
We extend our sincere gratitude to all participants for their commitment to supporting vulnerable members of our community.
Any organisation wishing to be part of future outreaches is welcome to participate. Kindly email your organization name and contact details toamandongana@george.gov.za or eyfredericks@george.gov.za to be added to the schedule for June or July 2025. The upcoming outreach dates are: 12, 19 and 26 June 2025. Or contact the George Municipality Community Development office on 044 802 2000.
The primary objective of this initiative is to identify vulnerable individuals on the streets, with a focus on children, the elderly, persons with disabilities, and those who wish to be reunified with their families.
Photos: George Municipality officials and members from SAHARA and Stop Trafficking Organisations sacrifice their time and the comfort of their own homes to distribute soup to vulnerable individuals living on the Streets across the George area.
Please take note, Pacaltsdorp Library will be closed from 22 – 24 July 2025 due to asset verification planning that needs to be done by the Provincial Library Service.
Unfortunately, no checking in or checking out of any library material may be done on these dates as it will compromise the outcome of the stocktake.
In terms of Section 14 of Regulations PK.689/1980 a full asset verification should be done in all libraries affiliated with the Provincial Library Service, Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport.
The library will reopen for the public again on Friday, 25 July 2025.
For any queries, please contact Pacaltsdorp Library on 044 803 9340 or the Main George Library on 044 801 9288.
