Notice Archive

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 47.60 %
Rainfall for the previous days: 36 mm (Measured from 9 – 15 December 2025)

Please see the link to 2C water restrictions implemented as of 4 December 2025: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.

George Municipality has been made aware of refuse workers asking members of the public for donations. Please note that no municipal official may ask for a gratuity or any money in lieu of services rendered.

We request that the GM Number on the vehicle is provided to our Community Services Directorate when reporting any such requests to 044 802 2900.

Issued by George Municipality, 13 December 2025

George Municipality is warning residents, account holders, and job seekers to be vigilant of scammers impersonating municipal officials.

The latest scam involves an impersonator claiming to be “Darrick Smith from George Local Municipality.” The scammer threatens residents with a so-called “scheduled disconnection” due to alleged arrears on their municipal account.

These fraudsters:
• Claim to be “Heads of Disconnections” or Finance officials.
• Threaten immediate electricity disconnections unless instant payments are made.
• Demand money for EPWP or other job opportunities, including job interviews.
• Contact residents via WhatsApp or phone, instructing payments into private accounts.

Important to note:
• The Municipality never demands instant payment via WhatsApp/phone.
• The Municipality does not charge money for job interviews or employment.
• Officials will not visit your property to block/unblock prepaid meters or collect payments.
• Prepaid meters are only blocked in cases of:
 No/Low consumption in the past 12 months
 Legal issues or concerns on an account
 No access provided to the premises

To unblock your prepaid meter legitimately, please contact the Credit Control division on the contact details supplied below:

For Assistance, please contact:
Credit Control: 044 801 9111 | creditcontrol@george.gov.za
Human Resources: 044 801 9367 | recruitment@george.gov.za

Stay alert. Verify before you pay. Report suspicious activity immediately! George Municipality – Working together to protect our community.

Finance Section Temporary Closure & Year-End Operating Hours

George Municipality would like to inform all residents of the temporary closure of the Finance Section at 46 on Market Street from 22 December 2025 to 9 January 2026.
During this period, all available finance staff will operate from the Main Building in York Street to assist residents with financial enquiries.

📆 Municipal Office Closures & Adjusted Hours:
* All George Municipality administrative offices will close at 12:00 on 24 December 2025 – the Cashier hall closes at 11:30 on the day
* Offices will also close at 12:00 on 31 December 2025 – the Cashier hall closes at 11:30 on the day
* All libraries of George Municipality will be closed on 2 January 2025
* Municipal offices will be open on Friday, 2 January 2026.
🚨 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 disaster number: 087 152 9999
We thank all residents for their cooperation and wish you a safe and peaceful holiday season.

Please be advised that the Drive-through Motor Vehicle and Registration Offices in Blanco, will close at 13:00 tomorrow, 12 December 2025, due to operational requirements.

The Hibernia office will close normal time @15:00

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.

GEORGE FESTIVAL 2025_Multi-Culture and Sport Festival, 16th December @ Unity Park

The George Municipality wishes to inform residents and motorists that the asphalt plant supplying material for ongoing work in Beukes Street experienced an unexpected breakdown. As a result, asphalt patching will only be completed on Thursday, 11 December 2025.

Milling and removal of the existing road surface had already taken place prior to the breakdown. Motorists are therefore requested to proceed with caution, as several patch areas will remain open overnight. Temporary warning signage has been installed for public safety.

We apologise for any inconvenience as a result of this and thank the public for their patience.