Author: Nadine Payle
HIGH VOLTAGE POWER OUTAGE
George Municipality, is aware of a high voltage power outage currently affecting the following areas:
Lavalia, Rosemore, Madiba Drive, Industrial and Saagmeul Street.
Electricians are on site and working to resolve the issue.
The Estimated Time of Repair is not yet available.
We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
EMERGENCY POWER OUTAGE – WILDERNESS TOWN
Issued on behalf of ESKOM
Date: 22 July 2025
Time: 08:30 – 16:00
For further enquiries, please contact 08600 37566
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Beware of Fraudulent Banking and Municipal Account Communications
George Municipality urges all residents, businesses, and service users to be vigilant following reports of fraudsters impersonating the municipality to solicit payments or banking details under false pretences.
PLEASE NOTE: OUR BANKING DETAILS HAVE NOT CHANGED.
Our only official municipal banking details are as follows:
Bank: First National Bank (FNB)
Account Number: 62869623150
Branch Code: 210114
Account Type: Cheque/Tjek
VAT Number: 4630193664
SWIFT Code (for international payments): FIRNZAJJ
Any message or communication suggesting otherwise is fraudulent.
Examples of Common Scam Tactics:
If you receive any suspicious communication, especially messages that include the following, do not act on them:
• Claims that the Municipality’s banking details have changed
• Offers of early settlement discounts to reduce your account balance
• Threatening or urgent messages pressuring you to pay immediately
• Requests for payment via Bitcoin or untraceable methods
• Claims that your services (e.g., electricity/water) will be cut off if payment isn’t made
• Requests for your personal or banking details
George Municipality will never ask you to share your banking information or offer unsolicited payment discounts.
Report Suspicious Activity
Please report any strange or suspicious messages—especially those involving financial requests—to us immediately:
Email to accounts@george.gov.za or contact us on 044 801 9118
Stay Safe:
• Only trust official George Municipality channels and verified contact details.
• Always double-check before making payments or disclosing information.
• When in doubt, contact us directly using the numbers above.
GEORGE ACTIVELY PARTICIPATES AT WESTERN CAPE ECONOMIC SUMMIT
Caption: George’s strong delegation was led by Mahlatse Phosa (Director, Planning and Development), Tourism Manager Joan Shaw, Alderlady Iona Kritzinger (MMC Finance and Strategic Services) and the Municipal Manager Godfrey Louw.
George Municipality demonstrated its commitment to driving tourism and investment growth by actively participating in the Western Cape Economic Summit, held from 8–10 July 2025 at the ATKV Goudini Spa in Rawsonville. The summit, hosted by Provincial Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr. Ivan Meyer, brought together key stakeholders to collaborate on strategies that will boost economic development across the province.
The first full day addressed the critical role of tourism in economic development, aligning with the “Growth for Jobs” (G4J) strategy. Key topics included tourism marketing, destination planning, data-driven decision-making, and the importance of strong institutional frameworks. Tourism Manager Joan Shaw featured as a panellist in the session on Destination Marketing Excellence, where she presented the George Municipality’s successful in-house tourism model. Her presentation highlighted that both in-house and outsourced models can be effective—what matters most is strong political support. Shaw also addressed strategic issues such as improved air access to George and the need for sustainable tourism funding. The contrasting—but effective—approaches of Cape Town and George drew particular interest from attendees.
Day two focused on investment attraction and facilitation. Participants took part in an Investment Facilitation Masterclass, which shared practical tools, principles, and real-world success stories to guide local governments in attracting and managing investments. The day concluded with a collaborative “World Café” workshop, where participants developed actionable strategies that will be shared across municipalities for implementation.
Reflecting on the summit, Alder lady Iona Kritzinger stated: “It’s encouraging to see George being recognized as a model for integrating tourism into local government strategy. As we move into the new term, our focus will be on identifying and promoting a pipeline of bankable projects to attract meaningful investment into George.”
Power Outage Ebb and Flow Area
Please note that a power outage is currently affecting the Ebb and Flow area. This is due to a faulty high voltage cable linked to a portion of wilderness that is impacting the electrical infrastructure.
Our technical teams are on-site and working to resolve the issue as a matter of urgency. An Estimated Time of Repair will be communicated as soon as more information becomes available.
We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.
Update 7: Gwaiing Road Construction Works, George
Issued by George Municipality on behalf of Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM), on 15 July 2025
The GRDM construction team has continued with the upgrading of the Gwaiing Road, nearing the completion of the placement of the final gravel layer on the right-hand side lane for the full length of the project.
Once this layer has cured and the final test results have been issued, the layer will then be sealed with a temporary bituminous seal.
Landfill Site Reopening
Following ongoing assessments and close monitoring of the landfill site and the recent fire incident, we can now confirm that the site is safe to reopen.
We urge all users to proceed with caution and to strictly adhere to the instructions provided by personnel on site.
Please note:
• A designated area at the top section has been reserved exclusively for soil disposal.
• All other waste types, including rubble and garden refuse, will be directed to the appropriate areas by our team.
Your cooperation is essential to ensure safe and efficient operations.
We thank the community and all users for their patience and support.
Power Restored – George
George Municipality confirms that power has been fully restored to all areas affected by this morning’s emergency power trip.
Emergency Power Interruption
Please be advised that George Municipality’s Network Control conducted an emergency power trip affecting parts of George due to unforeseen circumstances.
Our technical teams are currently assessing the situation.
Updates regarding restoration time will be provided shortly.
We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
Low Water Pressure in CBD Area
Please note that due to scheduled water network testing, residents and businesses in Mid Town may experience low water pressure between 09:00 and 11:00 today.
George Municipality apologises for the inconvenience caused and thanks you for your understanding.
Unplanned Water Outage – Genesis Street, Rosedale
George Municipality is aware of an unplanned water outage affecting Genesis Street in Rosedale.
Municipal teams are currently on site attending to the repair of the water pipe.
Estimated Time of Repair is 4–6 hours
A water tanker has been dispatched to Genesis Street to assist affected residents.
The Municipality apologises for the inconvenience and appreciates your patience.
UPDATE: Pipe Burst – Denneoord
Municipal teams have completed repairs to the burst pipe in Denneoord.
Water supply is being restored, but residents are requested to allow time for the network to stabilise.
We thank residents for their patience and apologise for the inconvenience caused.
UPDATE: Pipe Burst – Denneoord
Municipal teams are still attending to the burst pipe in Denneoord. A water truck remains dispatched to the area to assist affected residents.
The new estimated time of repair is set for 5pm.
We apologise for the inconvenience and thank residents for their continued patience
Pipe Burst in Denneoord
Please note that a pipe burst has occurred at the corner of Outeniqua and Loop Street in Denneoord. This has affected the water supply to parts of the Denneoord area.
The estimated time of repair will be 4-6 hours.
More information will be shared as it becomes available.
The Municipality apologises for the inconvenience and thanks residents for their patience.