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Construction of Thembalethu West Reservoir & Pump Station – Public Holiday, 01 May 2025

A planned construction of the Thembalethu West Reservoir, & Pump station, initially scheduled to take place on weekdays, will also be construction work on the 01 May 2025 between 07:00 and 14:00.

SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Minor operational interruptions can be expected during the construction works. Advance notification of planned temporary disruptions and the effects thereof will be issued via social media.

TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Residents, road users and pedestrians need to exercise caution throughout the construction period. Please adhere to flag persons, temporary construction works and road signage.

ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the site will be strictly controlled. No member of the public will be allowed access to the construction area, in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

PROJECT ENQUIRIES:                                                                                                                                                           Mr Andre Scheepers – 044 801 9492 (Technical)
Mr Alewijn Dippenaar – 082 457 5675 (Public Liaison Officer)

The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to the public to be patient and exercise caution throughout the construction period. Thank you for your understanding and cooper

Service Disruption at Pacaltsdorp Traffic Department

Please be advised that due to damage to fibre infrastructure, internet connectivity at the Pacaltsdorp Traffic Department is currently unavailable.

The following sections are affected:

  • Fines Administration

As a result, the following services are temporarily inaccessible:

  • Email communications
  • Fine payments
  • Collaborator system
  • Flexgen platform

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience while the matter is being resolved.

For more information please contact the Traffic Department on 044 878 2400.

INVITATION: Food Safety Training

George Municipality and the Tourism and Business Institute of Southern Africa (TTBISA) to host food safety training

The George Municipality, in collaboration with the Tourism and Business Institute of Southern Africa (TTBISA), will host food safety training for businesses in the food industry and informal traders on 19 May 2025 at the George Municipal Banquet Hall, from 8:30.

You are kindly invited if:
• You work in the food industry;
• You own an informal business dealing with food;
• You would like to know more about food safety;
• You would be interested in more information on food hygiene and how it impacts your business.

Please confirm your attendance by emailing info@ttbisa.co.za or send a WhatsApp message to 076 299 4761.

For more information, please contact the George Municipality Economic Development Office (044) 801 9212 or email Mbangiso@george.gov.za

Refuse collection and Municipal closures – Public Holidays

George Municipality would like to inform all residents that refuse and green bag collection services will continue as per the normal schedule on all upcoming public holidays falling on weekdays during April, May, and June 2025.

📆 Affected Public Holidays:

  • Monday, 28 April 2025
  • Thursday, 01 May 2025
  • Monday, 16 June 2025

Residents are kindly requested to place their bins and green bags out by 07:00 on their regular collection days to ensure timeous service.

🏢 Municipal Office Closures:
All George Municipality administrative offices will be closed on the above-mentioned public holidays. Regular office operations will resume on the following working day.

🚨 Emergency Services:
All essential and emergency services will remain fully operational during this period.

📞 After-Hours & Emergency Contact Numbers:

  • Fire Emergencies: 044 801 6311
  • General After-Hours Emergencies: 044 801 6300
  • Toll-Free Number: 0800 424 277

We thank all residents for their cooperation and wish you a safe and peaceful holiday season.

Public Notice: Eskom Stage 2 loadshedding

Despite significant progress in our generation recovery efforts, higher-than-expected electricity demand, the loss of generation units, and extensive planned maintenance have placed strain on the system. As a result, Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 16:00 today and will remain in effect until 05:00 tomorrow.

Given these ongoing constraints, we urge the public to use electricity sparingly to help reduce pressure on the grid.

Eskom sincerely apologises for the inconvenience and will continue to provide updates as necessary.(Eskom)

George will be affected as follows:

Thursday 24/04/2025

None

Friday 25/04/2025

02:00 – 04:30

 

Uniondale will not be affected

Internet Disruption at Thembalethu Library

Roadworks are currently underway around Thembalethu Library. During the process, the contractor damaged a fibre cable, and now requires replacement. As a result, the Thembalethu Library and its E-Centre have lost internet connectivity until repairs are completed.

🛠 Repair work has already commenced, with the team currently gathering the necessary information and materials. The Estimated Time of Repair (ETR) is not yet available.

We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate the public’s patience as we work to restore the service.