This is to inform you that emergency repair work will be conducted in Thembalethu.
The following streets will be affected by this repair work:
Mahe Street
Kazi Street
Tawu Street
Yawani Street, Zone 9
Please note that the exact Estimated Repair Time is set for today at 13H00.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused
The George Council has approved a proposal to lease a portion of commonage land, situated along Olympic Drive and behind Europe, to the Pacaltsdorp Riding Community (PRC) for a period of three years. The decision was taken at the Ordinary Council meeting held today, 27 February 2025.
The PRC is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) established on 15 October 2018 in response to the growing need for an organised horse-riding club within the Pacaltsdorp community. With an increasing number of horses owned by local residents, the PRC aims to provide a structured environment where these animals can be properly managed and cared for.
The organisation recognises the positive impact that horses have on both young and old members of the community. Pacaltsdorp residents have limited access to constructive recreational activities, leaving many youth vulnerable to social challenges such as drug abuse, gangsterism, and teenage pregnancy.
The PRC seeks to address this by offering a safe and engaging equestrian environment.
The key objectives of the PRC include managing and sheltering stray horses, organising horse-riding activities in a secure setting, providing facilities for feeding, grooming, and training horses for participation in official events sanctioned by the South African Horse Federation (SAHF), promoting participation in equestrian activities, developing and enhancing skills in equestrian sport and making such expertise accessible to members, and contributing to the overall development of equestrian sport in South Africa.
Additionally, the PRC is committed to coordinating horses and horse clubs within Pacaltsdorp and surrounding areas, addressing concerns from and within the community regarding horses, collaborating with authorities on horse-related complaints, identifying horses for impoundment when necessary, providing temporary shelter for lost horses, and educating members and the broader community on animal welfare.
The leased property has been earmarked for future housing projects, and as such, the lease period is subject to specific restrictions. During the three-year tenure, the PRC will have the opportunity to identify alternative land that may serve as a permanent home for its facilities.
The George Municipality remains committed to fostering community development initiatives that promote social upliftment and recreational opportunities for residents.
Caption BBS Bhutan (2025) Stray horses, another challenge for the farmers. BBS Bhutan. Available at: https://www.bbs.bt/117382/ (Accessed: 27 February 2025)
Please note that the Uniondale Swimming Pool will be closed to the public as from Wednesday, 26 February 2025 until further notice for maintenance.
We do apologize for any inconvenience
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TYDELIKE SLUITING VAN DIE UNIONDALE SWEMBAD
Neem asseblief kennis dat die Uniondale Swembad vanaf Woensdag, 26 Februarie 2025 tot verdere kennisgewing vir instandhouding gesluit sal wees vir die publiek.
Ons vra om verskoning vir enige ongerief.
Please note that the Conville Swimming Pool will be closed to the public as from Wednesday, 26 February 2025 until further notice for maintenance.
We do apologise for any inconvenience
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TYDELIKE SLUITING VAN DIE CONVILLE SWEMBAD
Neem asseblief kennis dat die Conville Swembad vanaf Woensdag, 26 Februarie 2025 tot verdere kennisgewing vir instandhouding gesluit sal wees vir die publiek.
Ons vra om verskoning vir enige ongerief.
Please be advised that a contractor has accidentally damaged a pipe along Ngcakani Road. The municipal repair team is currently on-site working to fix the issue.
Estimated Time of Resolution (ETR): 5-6 hours.
During this time, the water supply may be affected. A water tanker will rotate in Zone 3 to assist residents with water needs.
We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
George Municipality’s Youth Office conducted a Career Guidance Survey on 19 February 2025 in Nature’s Valley, Kleinkrantz, to help young people explore career options and access essential services.
This survey is designed to identify individuals’ strengths, interests, and potential career paths. Through a series of questions and assessments, it gathers insights into their skills, values, and work styles. Additionally, the survey determines the type of support participants may need, such as psychosocial assistance, Home Affairs-related services, career guidance, or entrepreneurial support. By identifying these needs, the initiative connects individuals with appropriate service providers, ensuring necessary services reach their communities.
Given the transportation challenges faced by remote communities, providing services locally is essential. In the past, workshops did not always align with actual community needs. The George Municipality is committed to bridging this gap by offering free, targeted training programs and plans to extend this initiative to more rural areas.
Service providers interested in contributing are encouraged to contact Career Guidance Officer, Robyn Parks at 044 802 2000 or visit the Community Development Office at St. John’s and Varying Avenue. Collaboration is key to ensuring that support reaches those who need it most.
Loadshedding will be reduced to Stage 4 from Monday at 00:30 until further notice. This follows the successful recovery of all five units at Majuba, two units at Camden, and one unit at Medupi since Saturday, totaling eight out of ten generation units that had tripped this weekend.
Additionally, emergency reserves replenishment is progressing well. The return of these units comes after identifying the root causes of multiple unit trips, which were unconnected and purely technical in nature, related to electrical and control system issues in auxiliary parts of these power stations.
George will be affected as follows:
Monday 24/02/2024
04:00 – 06:30
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 22:30
Tueday 25/02/2024
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 20:30
Wednesday 26/02/2024
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 20:30
Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Monday 24/02/2024
07:00 – 09:30
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
Tueday 25/02/2024
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 23:30
Wednesday 26/02/2024
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 23:30
ROTATIONAL SWITCH ON AFTER LOADSHEDDING – reduce power to avoid network tripping
Consumers are reminded to PLEASE use electricity sparingly after power returns. Please do not switch high-usage equipment on immediately after Load shedding.
Consumers are urged to turn off high-usage equipment and where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding is scheduled to return. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network.
Reporting power outages
Please do not phone the after-hours number or the Electrotechnical Department to report that you have no power immediately after load shedding is scheduled to be lifted. Please be aware of the rotational switching on i.e. areas are switched on one by one and not all at the same time to avoid overloading the system. Please wait at least 30 minutes before reporting no power. The Electrotechnical Directorate will be aware of a possible substation trip that needs to be sorted out.
Receive Eskom loadshedding notifications by downloading the free EskomSePush app from Google Play Store at https://sepush.co.za/
Please note that Loadshedding stage 6 is still in force. If units are returned as planned, the situation will be re-accessed and any change will be communicated.
George will be affected as follows:
Sunday 23/02/2024
20:00 – 00:30 **
Monday 24/02/2024
04:00 – 08:30 **
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 22:30
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Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Sunday 23/02/2024
23:00 – 03:30 **
Monday 24/02/2024
07:00 – 11:30 **
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
ROTATIONAL SWITCH ON AFTER LOADSHEDDING – reduce power to avoid network tripping
Consumers are reminded to PLEASE use electricity sparingly after power returns. Please do not switch high-usage equipment on immediately after Load shedding.
Consumers are urged to turn off high-usage equipment and where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding is scheduled to return. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network.
Reporting power outages
Please do not phone the after-hours number or the Electrotechnical Department to report that you have no power immediately after load shedding is scheduled to be lifted. Please be aware of the rotational switching on i.e. areas are switched on one by one and not all at the same time to avoid overloading the system. Please wait at least 30 minutes before reporting no power. The Electrotechnical Directorate will be aware of a possible substation trip that needs to be sorted out.
Receive Eskom loadshedding notifications by downloading the free EskomSePush app from Google Play Store at https://sepush.co.za/
George will be affected as follows:
Sunday 23/02/2024
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 00:30
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Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Sunday 23/02/2024
07:00 – 09:30
23:00 – 03:30 **
ROTATIONAL SWITCH ON AFTER LOADSHEDDING – reduce power to avoid network tripping
Consumers are reminded to PLEASE use electricity sparingly after power returns. Please do not switch high-usage equipment on immediately after Load shedding.
Consumers are urged to turn off high-usage equipment and where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding is scheduled to return. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network.
Reporting power outages
Please do not phone the after-hours number or the Electrotechnical Department to report that you have no power immediately after load shedding is scheduled to be lifted. Please be aware of the rotational switching on i.e. areas are switched on one by one and not all at the same time to avoid overloading the system. Please wait at least 30 minutes before reporting no power. The Electrotechnical Directorate will be aware of a possible substation trip that needs to be sorted out.
Receive Eskom loadshedding notifications by downloading the free EskomSePush app from Google Play Store at https://sepush.co.za/
An unplanned power outage is currently affecting the following areas in Wilderness:
Wilderness Heights
Hoekwil
Wilderness East
Kleinkrantz
An electrician has been dispatched to investigate and resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
George will be affected as follows:
Saturday 22/02/2025
20:00 – 22:30
Sunday 23/02/2024
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 22:30
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Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Saturday 22/02/2025
23:00 – 01:30
Sunday 23/02/2024
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
ROTATIONAL SWITCH ON AFTER LOADSHEDDING – reduce power to avoid network tripping
Consumers are reminded to PLEASE use electricity sparingly after power returns. Please do not switch high-usage equipment on immediately after Load shedding.
Consumers are urged to turn off high-usage equipment and where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding is scheduled to return. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network.
Reporting power outages
Please do not phone the after-hours number or the Electrotechnical Department to report that you have no power immediately after load shedding is scheduled to be lifted. Please be aware of the rotational switching on i.e. areas are switched on one by one and not all at the same time to avoid overloading the system. Please wait at least 30 minutes before reporting no power. The Electrotechnical Directorate will be aware of a possible substation trip that needs to be sorted out.
Receive Eskom loadshedding notifications by downloading the free EskomSePush app from Google Play Store at https://sepush.co.za/
Please be advised that due to a pipe burst, there is a water outage in the Delville Park area of Pacaltsdorp.
The estimated time for restoration (ETR) is approximately 6 hours.
We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as our team works to resolve the issue.
A main water line has been damaged by a contractor.
The estimated time of restoration is 6 hours.
A water truck will be deployed.
Affected streets are shown on the map above.
Our team encountered a complication on Seesig Street following the reopening of the water line, which has caused a delay in restoring the water supply to Hoekwil.
Both the contractor and the municipality are actively working to resolve the issue and restore water as quickly as possible.
The following streets are affected:
Seesig Street
Church Street
Kammasie Street
Platrug
Olifantshoek
The Estimated Time of Restoration (ETR) is 5 hours.
A water truck will be deployed to the affected areas to assist with water supply.
We understand the inconvenience this may cause and sincerely apologise for the disruption.
