Please note that the Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR), Driver’s Licence Testing Centre (DLTC), and Vehicle Testing Station (VTS) will close at 14:00 on Friday, 29 August 2025 due to compulsory monthly operational meetings.
We apologise for any inconvenience and thank residents for their understanding.
As previously communicated, George Municipality is still attending to repairs in Merriman Street. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, the repair time has been extended.
Water supply is now expected to be restored by 21:00 tonight, 26 August 2025.
A water tanker will be roaming the affected areas to provide temporary water supply.
Residents are advised to make the necessary arrangements until the supply is fully restored.
The valve replacement in PW Botha Boulevard has taken longer than expected due to unforeseen circumstances.
Water supply is now anticipated to be restored by 22:00 tonight, 26 August 2025.
Residents are urged to contact the after -hour emergency number on 044 801 6300 should they experience a prolonged water outage.
Please be advised that the landfill site will be open today from 12:30 pm .
Although machinery is still not fully operational, arrangements have been made to create additional space. We kindly request your cooperation as follows:
– Please follow the directions given by the staff on site.
– Do not dump on access roads.
– Only dispose of green waste and builders rubble , and at the designated areas where you are directed to dump.
Your cooperation will ensure smooth operations during this period. Thank you for your understanding.
George Fire Rescue and Disaster Management services will carry out a Control Burn in North East of Denneoord on Wednesday (27/08) and Thursday (28/08) for the control of alien vegetation.
Residents should be unaffected as the wind direction will move smoke away from the residential area.
Control burns serve to reduce the fuel loading (dead leaves, tree limbs, and other debris), in areas and are implemented to prevent wildfires spreading.
George Municipality is taking a decisive step forward in building a smart, connected, and accessible city through major road and transport infrastructure upgrades. Enabled through the Public Transport Network Grant (PTNG) administered by the National Department of Transport, this investment includes R505 million allocated in 2024/25 and a further R250 million secured for 2025/26. The R750 million commitment is driving the expansion of the GO GEORGE bus service. The funding supports road rehabilitation, the construction of transfer locations, sidewalk upgrades to promote universal accessibility, and other associated infrastructure improvements.
ROAD REHABILITATION PROJECTS – PROGRESS UPDATE
George Municipality is committed to providing regular progress updates on the road upgrades across the city:
Pacaltsdorp
• Mission Street: 49% complete. Construction commenced on 18 October 2024 and is expected to conclude in June 2026. Current work includes box-cutting, road layer works, kerbing, stormwater structures, and sidewalks.
• Protea Street (Phase 1): Completed. Work commenced on 30 September 2024.
• Protea Street (Phase 2): 88% complete. Work commenced on 30 September 2024 and is expected to conclude in September 2025. Current activities include construction of stormwater structures, and sidewalks.
• Protea Street (Phases 3 & 4): 3% complete. Work commenced on 5 August 2025 and is scheduled for completion in December 2025. The contractor is currently removing concrete block pavers and box cutting.
• Heather, Haydn and Rose Streets: 43% complete. Construction commenced on 25 September 2024 and is expected to conclude in July 2026. Current work includes kerbing, layerworks, and the replacement of water pipelines, which has caused a major delay.
• Beukes Street: Scheduled to commence in August 2025 with completion expected by December 2025.
• Genesis Street: Tentatively scheduled to commence in October 2025, with expected completion in April 2026.
Thembalethu
• Ngcakani and Ncamanza Streets: 68% complete. Work commenced on 21 October 2024 and is scheduled to conclude in January 2026. Current activities include box-cutting, road layer works, kerbing, stormwater structures, and sidewalks.
• Tabata and 26th Streets: 70% complete. Construction commenced on 25 September 2024 and is expected to conclude in March 2026. Current works include box-cutting, road layer preparation, kerbing, stormwater structures, and sidewalks.
• Tabata Street (Phase 4): Tentatively scheduled to commence in October 2025, with completion expected in April 2026
George Industria
• PW Botha Boulevard: 40% complete. Construction commenced on 26 September 2024 and is scheduled for completion in July 2026. Current works include box-cutting, road base preparation, kerbing, stormwater structures, and sidewalks. Stop-and-go traffic management remains in place.
Rosemoor
• Beer and Woltemade Streets (Phases 1 & 2): 96% complete. Construction commenced on 13 August 2024 and is expected to conclude in September 2025. Work includes road layer works, kerbing, stormwater structures, sidewalks, and final road markings.
• Beer Street (Phase 3): Scheduled to commence on 21 August 2025 with completion expected in January 2026.
• O’Connell Street: 85% complete. Work commenced on 19 August 2024 and is expected to conclude in September 2025. Current works include box-cutting, road base preparation, kerbing, stormwater structures, and sidewalks.
Heather Park
• Airway Street: Completed. Practical completion was achieved in March 2025 and final road markings were completed in June 2025.
• Pine Street: 2% complete. Work commenced on 4 August 2025 and is expected to conclude in December 2025.
• Plattner Boulevard (Phase 1): Scheduled to commence in September 2025 with completion expected in January 2026.
• Plattner Boulevard (Phase 2): Scheduled to commence in January 2026 with completion expected in June 2026.
Bo Dorp
• Wellington Street: Completed. Work commenced on 19 June 2025.
George Central
• Cradock Street: Scheduled to commence in October 2025 with completion expected in March 2026.
TRANSFER LOCATIONS – CRITICAL SUPPORT INFRASTRUCTURE FOR GO GEORGE
In addition to road upgrades, the construction of GO GEORGE Transfer Locations (TLs) is progressing. These facilities are essential for improving route connectivity and allowing commuters to transfer safely and efficiently between routes.
• Beach/Panther Transfer Location: 75% complete. Construction commenced in March 2025 and is expected to conclude in September 2025.
• NMB/Jonga Intersection Transfer Location (Phase 1): 95% complete. Construction commenced in February 2025 and is expected to conclude by the end of August 2025.
• 26/Ncamanza/NMB Transfer Location (Phase 1): 95% complete. Construction commenced in February 2025 and is expected to conclude by the end of August 2025.
IMPACT OF ONGOING CONSTRUCTION
George Municipality acknowledges the impact of ongoing construction on bus operations and general traffic flow, particularly in Pacaltsdorp and surrounding areas. GO GEORGE is monitoring the situation closely and implementing mitigation measures, including temporary route adjustments and the deployment of additional buses where possible.
Passengers are encouraged to stay informed about service changes and construction-related adjustments by using the official GO GEORGE communication platforms. Real-time updates on routes and timetables are available through the trip-planning tools on the website (www.gogeorge.org.za) Commuters can also follow the GO GEORGE Facebook page or subscribe to the WhatsApp Channel for instant notifications and service alerts.
The WhatsApp Channel can be joined directly via this link: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VanooYO002T09OyaKM3x
For further enquiries, please feel free to contact 044 802 2900
Neem asseblief kennis dat geen Dienste vir Bestuurslisensies en Motorvoertuiglisensies op Donderdag, 21 Augustus 2025 by die Uniondale-kantore beskikbaar sal wees nie weens ‘n geskeduleerde kragonderbreking.
Hierdie onderbreking geld slegs vir die Uniondale-kantore. Dienste by ander kantore gaan normaal voort.
Ons vra omverskoning vir enige ongerief.
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REMINDER OF SERVICE INTERRUPTION – UNIONDALE OFFICES
Please note that no Driving Licence and Motor Vehicle Licence services will be available at the Uniondale offices on Thursday, 21 August 2025, due to a scheduled power outage.
This interruption applies only to the Uniondale offices. Services at other locations will continue as normal.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
We are pleased to inform you that the mechanical issue has been resolved, and the landfill site is now open.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation during the temporary closure.
Please be advised that the landfill site is temporarily closed today due to a mechanical breakdown of essential machinery. As a result, there is currently no available dumping space.
We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience during this time. An update will be provided as soon as operations resume.
Important: We kindly request that no loads be dumped on or near the access roads.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
’n Waterpyp het in Rietvlei, Uniondale gebars. Gevolglik sal die hele gebied vir ongeveer 2 uur sonder water wees.
Munisipale personeel is tans besig om die breek te herstel, en ’n watertenk sal in die gebied rondry om inwoners tydelike van water water voorsien.
Ons vra omverskoning vir die ongerief.
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PUBLIC NOTICE: Water Supply Interruption – Rietvlei, Uniondale
Issued by George Municipality, 18 August 2025
A waterpipe has burst in Rietvlei, Uniondale. As a result, the entire area will experience a water supply interruption for approximately 2 hours.
Municipal staff are on-site attending to the burst, and a water truck will be circulating in the area to provide temporary relief.
We apologise for the inconvenience.
Standing from left to right are Mr E Ndou (COGTA), Mr E Chauke (SALGA), Cllr Renicia Willemse (Bitou Municipality), Executive Mayor of Knysna Municipality Thando Matika, Cllr Nadia Krige (Mossel Bay Municipality) and Executive Mayor of Oudtshoorn Municipality Ald Johan Allers.
Seated from left to right are Mr M Leaser(Provincial Head of SIU), Brigadier MF Ramahove (Acting Provincial Head- Hawks), George Executive Mayor Jackie von Brandis, Major General Cetyana (Garden Route District Commissioner) and Executive Mayor of Bitou Municipality Jessica Kamkam.
George Municipality is proud to have hosted the Provincial Anti-Fraud and Corruption Awareness Campaign, presented by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI – The Hawks), in partnership with the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), the South African Local Government Association (SALGA), the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), and the Office of the Executive Mayor.
The two-day workshop, held at the George City Hall on 28 and 29 July 2025, was the first of its kind in the Garden Route and aimed to strengthen awareness among municipal councillors and officials about the dangers, impact, and consequences of corruption in local government.
The sessions were designed to increase awareness and reinforce the municipality’s commitment to integrity and ethical governance. Presenters shared valuable insights into how fraud and corruption manifest, drawing from real-life case studies to provide practical context. Key topics included the definitions of fraud and corruption, early warning signs, reporting procedures, and the legal protections available to whistle-blowers.
The DPCI emphasised that reducing financial losses, accelerating detection, protecting organisational reputation, and building public trust are central to any effective anti-fraud strategy. Presenters outlined various forms of misconduct such as bribery, misrepresentation, falsified invoices, inflated claims, and theft of municipal assets, and provided clear guidance on how to identify and prevent such activities.
A representative from COGTA highlighted the importance of cultivating an ethical culture within municipalities. This was linked to the recently adopted Code for Ethical Leadership, a framework approved by the George Municipal Council in January 2025. The Code promotes ethical conduct and accountability across all levels of municipal operations.
Ethical governance also extends to protecting municipal systems and data. In this regard, Brigadier Steynberg of the DPCI delivered a key presentation on cybercrime, highlighting the need for strong password protection, device security, and ongoing vigilance. He reminded attendees that scammers exploit human vulnerabilities—including fear, urgency, and trust—to commit fraud. Even well-informed individuals can fall victim, especially when under pressure or lacking digital literacy.
“This workshop demonstrates our commitment to ethical leadership within local government,” said Executive Mayor Alderman Jackie von Brandis. “The word ‘corruption’ has become far too common in public discourse, and it is through proactive engagements such as this that we strengthen our resolve to protect our institutions. By working hand-in-hand with law enforcement, we build a culture of clean, transparent, and accountable governance for all residents of George.”
George Municipality reiterates its zero-tolerance stance towards fraud and corruption and remains steadfast in upholding transparency, accountability, and ethical governance in service of the people of George.
