Press Release Archive
George Municipality’s Internal Audit Unit Wins Regional Awareness Campaign Competition
In the photo: Sitting in front: Jean-Pierre Rossouw (Chief Audit Executive) Second row from left: Bongiwe Mgwali (Principal Clerk: Internal Audit), Heybré Ellis (Manager: Internal Audit) Back row: Xolisile Sotushe (Internal Audit Intern), Zimasa Bulo (Senior Internal Auditor), Kloper Mabunda (Internal Auditor), Natacha Martins (Internal Audit Intern). George Municipality is proud to announce that its […]
Four New Rapid Response Vehicles Strengthen George’s Safety Capability
In the photo from left to right: Inspector Roland Hardnick (Law Enforcement Officer), Cllr Brendon Adams (MMC for Community Safety and Mobility), Ald Jackie von Brandis (Executive Mayor of George) and Richard von Willingh (Manager of Law Enforcement & Security Services) “Fit for purpose!” That’s how the Acting Director of George Municipality’s newly established Community […]
GO GEORGE annual fare adjustment announced
The George Municipality has announced the annual adjustment to GO GEORGE bus fares, effective 1 July 2025. This yearly increase aligns with municipal tariff adjustments and remains focused on affordability. Thanks to government subsidies and the free transfer option within one hour, GO GEORGE continues to be one of the most budget-friendly transport choices in […]
INFRASTRUCTURE AND ROADS UPGRADED TO SUPPORT EXPANSION OF GO GEORGE
George Municipality is pleased to update residents on the upgrades to the city’s road infrastructure in support of the George Integrated Public Transport Network (GIPTN), particularly the expansion and enhancement of the GO GEORGE bus service. Over recent months, increased roadworks have been observed across various suburbs—these form part of a major infrastructure rollout made […]
GO GEORGE Schedule on Public Holiday
GO GEORGE SCHEDULE ON PUBLIC HOLIDAY Issued 6 June 2025 With National Youth Day coming up on Monday, 16 June, GO GEORGE passengers need to take note that the Saturday schedule (which is different to the weekday schedule) will be followed on all routes on this public holiday. For any enquiries regarding the schedule, please […]
Young leaders, big Impact – Junior Mayor leads heartfelt donation project
In the photo above Estelle Fredericks, Auxiliary Social Worker and Coordinator of Project Hope (left) with Matthew Taylor, Xanéy Janse van Rensburg, Mia Mengel, Jonel Kerspuy , Coordinator of the George Municipality Youth Office and Mastoerah Davids with some of the collected clothing. With compassion as their compass, Junior Mayor Mia Mengel and 1800 fellow […]
George Municipality Launches R30 Million Battery Energy Storage Systems
In the photo: Front row, from left: Daniel Greeff (Deputy Director of Planning & Design Electro in the ElectroTechnical Services), Aphiwe Matiwane (Network Planning Engineer of Planning & Design Electro in the ElectroTechnical Services), Michael Rhode (Director of Electrotechnical Services), Ald Jackie von Brandis (Executive Mayor of George), Cllr Donovan Gultig (MMC for Electrotechnical Services) […]
George takes bold steps towards becoming a true smart city
From left to right: George Municipality Chief Financial Officer, IT Manager, Executive Mayor Jackie von Brandis, and Municipal Manager pictured following the recent Council approval of key Smart City upgrades, marking a major milestone in George’s journey towards becoming a truly smart and connected city. Over the past five months, George Municipality has been making […]
Goue gees en gesonde liggame: Bejaardes geniet Golden Games/Active Ageing Games in Pacaltsdorp
Kyk video hier: https://youtu.be/I2VbsPcT4vY In die foto hierbo: Aan spits van sake by die plaaslike Golden Games/Active Ageing Spele in Pacaltsdorp verlede week is voor van links, Kol. Lionel Kennedy (George SAPD), Ejustley Boshoff, (Koördineerder: Geslag, Gestremdhede en Bejaardes by George Munisipaliteit), Blanche Benjamin, voorsitter van die plaaslike Ouer Persone Forum, Rdl Sean Snyman, Speaker […]
OCC champions honoured for keeping Chair Challenge ‘25 on the road
Press release on behalf of the Disabled Road-race Foundation: George, Garden Route (June 2025) – When event organiser extraordinaire Alewijn Dippenaar takes up the mic, his audience knows they’re in for a treat. This was the case again on Monday morning 2 June, when businesses and individuals involved in keeping alive the Outeniqua Chair Challenge […]
New Street Sweeper Truck on the Way for George
In the photo: A street sweeper truck in action around Loerie Park Residents may have recently noticed a street sweeper truck cleaning the street channels around Loerie Park, Denver Park, Bergsig, Levallia, Protea Park and parts of George Industria. This is part of George Municipality’s preparations for the delivery of its own street sweeper vehicle, […]
Passing of Mr Cornelius Esau, Dedicated Municipal Employee
In the photo: Cornelius Esau It is with deep sadness that the George Municipality announces the passing of one of its valued employees, Mr Cornelius Esau, who passed away on Thursday, 29 May 2025. Mr Esau served the Municipality with dedication and pride as a General Assistant in the Refuse Removal, Collection and Minimisation Section […]