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Announcing SportPesa as Contributing Sponsor to the George Festival 2025 – Golf Challenge!

“From the first tee to the final putt, SportPesa are proud to stand behind those who #MakeItCount.”

Announcing KnoxHydrate as Contributing Sponsor!

As the official hydration partner, KnoxHydrate keeps athletes, performers, and festival-goers refreshed all festival long.

Offering caffeine-free hydration, KNOX champions health and wellness, perfectly aligning with the festival’s dedication to fostering an active, vibrant, and inclusive community.

We’re thrilled to announce that the Capital Matching Initiative Roadshow is coming to George on 21 November 2025 (Blanco Community Hall, 09:00-15:00) — and we’d love for you to join us!
This is your opportunity to connect with fellow businesses, funders, and changemakers who are driving impact across the region. Don’t miss out on the energy, insights, and opportunities!

The Capital Matching Initiative is a collaboration between the Department of Economic Development and Tourism and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, along with various funders who will be sharing expert advice, practical tips, and funding opportunities for SMEs.

What to expect:
• A speaker programme featuring funding experts
• SME–funder engagement sessions (one-on-one)
• Insights to help improve your funding readiness

📎 Please find the programme for the day attached.

👉 Click the link https://forms.office.com/r/UjLFUJp7iP or the invitation below to register and select the roadshow location you’ll be attending:

Please note:
Registration is essential for logistical and catering purposes.

Planned construction activities for the UPGRADING OF EDEN SEWAGE PUMPSTATION, initially scheduled to take place on weekdays between 07:00 and 17:00, has now been extended until 18:00.

Construction activities will also take place on the following weekends: Saturdays, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th of November 2025 between 07:00 and 13:00.

The construction activities extend from the Eden Sewage Pumpstation to Dikkop Str and Pikkewyn Str.

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

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

ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the construction site will be strictly controlled. In accordance with 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 and appeals to the public to be patient and exercise caution throughout the construction period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

 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. In one message, the scammer says: “I tried calling earlier, but your phone went to voicemail. We’re going to be at the premises in the next two hours.” The scammer operates from the number 068 010 7426.

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.

Please note that the Wilderness Tourism Office will be closed on Monday, 10 November, and Tuesday, 11 November 2025, due to renovations.

The office will reopen on Wednesday, 12 November 2025.

During this time, the George Tourism Office will handle all Wilderness enquiries.