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Call To Apply For An Informal Trading Permit
NOTICE TO ALL ENTREPRENEURS / INFORMAL TRADERS IN THE CITY OF GEORGE
TO APPLY FOR AN INFORMAL TRADING STAND FOR ONE YEAR.
The George Municipality recognizes informal trading as vital to socio-economic growth by acknowledging its role in creating local business, income, and job opportunities within communities. Informal Trading provides a livelihood for many who have dependents to support and enhances the chain of distribution for goods and services.
To this effect, the George Municipality hereby invites residents of George to apply for an informal trading opportunity through a fair, equal, and transparent process.
Trading stands are available at the following allocated areas:
RESIDENTIAL
• Blanco (3)
• Conville (1)
CBD
• Hibernia Street (5)
• York Street (12)
• Van der Stel Square (15)
The following criteria will apply:
• Certified copy of ID
• Proof of residence
• Certificate of Acceptability (COA) for selling any foodstuffs or beverages
• One permit will be issued per household/family
• The trader must personally trade on the allocated site; and
• No food preparation will be allowed at stalls.
Application forms can be obtained from the George Municipal Website: https://www.george.gov.za/george-document/informal-trading-permit-application-form-2025-2026/ and the Economic
Development Office at 12 Industrial Street, George Industria (Workers Collection Point).
Completed applications must be placed in the Application Box at 12 Industrial Street, George Industria, no later than 16h00 on Friday, 10th October 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
For enquiries and further information, please contact Kevin Abrahams at 044 801 9443
or email kabrahams@george.gov.za
Public Notice: Delay in Refuse Removal
The George Municipality regrets to inform residents that refuse removal is delayed for today, 2 Octoberr 2025 due to unforeseen circumstances.
Refuse collection will however continue today and the public is asked to keep their refuse out.
Affected Areas:
Thursday: Farm areas in Geelhoutboom, Waboomskraal and Reiger Park.
For further information, please contact:
George Municipality Environmental Services
82 Meade Street, George
Phone: 044 802 2900
We apologise for the inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.
GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – 29 September 2025
Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 65,70 %
Rainfall for the previous days: 27.5 mm (Measured from 23 – 29 September 2025)
Please see the link to 2B water restrictions implemented as of 1 May 2024: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
Green Bag collection delays
Please be advised that due to unforeseen circumstances, green bag collection in the Blanco area could not be completed today. Green bag collection for Blanco will take place tomorrow, Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
Additionally, green bag collection in areas scheduled for Monday—including Riverlea, Heather Park, Heatherlands, Glen Barrie, Kraaibosch, Groenkloof, Blue Mountain Village, Herold’s Bay, Victoria Bay, and Rondevlei area (George side)—will run late today.
Residents and businesses in all affected areas are requested to keep their green bags and other refuse out for collection.
The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for their patience and cooperation.
Upgrading of Eden Sewage Pumpstation – Week/Weekend work
Planned construction activities for the UPGRADING OF THE EDEN SEWAGE PUMPSTATION will take place on weekdays between 07:00 and 18:00 and also weekends: Saturdays, 4, 11, 18 and 25 October 2025 between 07:00 and 13:00.
The construction activities extend from the Eden Sewage Pumpstation to Dikkop Street and Pikkewyn Street.
SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Minor operational interruptions can be expected during the construction works. Advance notifications of any planned temporary disruptions and their effects will be shared via the George Municipality’s social media platforms.
TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Residents, road users, and pedestrians are requested to exercise caution during the construction period. Please adhere to the instructions of flag persons, temporary construction works and road signage.
ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the construction site will be strictly controlled. In terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, no members of the public will be allowed in the construction area.
PROJECT ENQUIRIES:
• Mr Danie Brandt – 083 555 1290 (Engineer)
• Mr Kosie Smit – 044 801 9496 (George Municipality)
• Ms Shaldene Davids – 074 899 4420 (Community Liaison Officer)
The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience caused and appeals to the public to be patient and exercise caution throughout the construction period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.