The public is hereby informed that the Vehicle Testing Station (VTS) will be temporarily closed from Thursday, 2 April 2026 until Tuesday, 7 April 2026.
This temporary closure is due to operational requirements.
The facility will reopen on Wednesday, 8 April 2026, and normal services will resume.
The Municipality apologises for any inconvenience caused and appreciates the public’s understanding.
George Municipality would like to caution the public regarding swimming at Blou Dam (Witfontein Quarry). With the April school holidays currently underway, residents and visitors may be tempted to visit the area for recreational purposes.
Recent monitoring indicates that water levels in the quarry may fluctuate, creating unsafe and unpredictable conditions for swimming, diving, or jumping from the surrounding cliffs. Lower or changing water levels significantly increase the risk of serious injury, particularly when entering the water from height, with no certainty about what submerged hazards may be present.
Members of the public are therefore strongly advised not to swim or jump into the water at this location.
Please note that Blou Dam is not located on Municipal land. However, George Municipality remains concerned about the potential risks and does not support recreational use of the site. The Municipality is engaging with the responsible authority, the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, regarding these safety concerns.
The Western Cape Department of Environmental Affairs & Development Planning and the Department of Agriculture have launched the 2026 regional market intelligence reports (MIRs), identifying key developments in renewable energy, water, and sustainable agriculture.
Recent increases in investment across the sub-sectors are poised for further growth, driven by private sector interest and public sector enablement. The Western Cape is the green economy hub for Sub-Saharan Africa, with many global and local investors already located in the province.
Each report provides an overview of the market within a sector, including key developments and achievements, the key players, legislation and regulation, market opportunities and challenges, funding opportunities, as well as an overview of general green economy investment opportunities.
The reports can be accessed here published news release here and the LinkedIn post here:
https://tinyurl.com/dk7wyxtj
Please join us for a Special Council Meeting today, 31 March 2026, at 12H00 noon.
👉 Click on the link below to access the live stream via our YouTube Account
March is recognised as National Ethics Awareness Month, a time dedicated to encouraging individuals and organisations to reflect on their ethical standards and professional conduct.
It provides an opportunity to promote integrity, accountability and responsible decision-making in the workplace and in public service.
For George Municipality, Ethics Awareness Month serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the highest standards of honesty, transparency and fairness in serving our community.
By strengthening an ethical culture within the organisation, the municipality reaffirms its commitment to good governance, ethical leadership and building public trust.
#NationalEthicsAwarenessMonth
#IntegrityMatters
#DoingtheRightThing
March is recognised as National Ethics Awareness Month, a time dedicated to encouraging individuals and organisations to reflect on their ethical standards and professional conduct.
It provides an opportunity to promote integrity, accountability and responsible decision-making in the workplace and in public service.
For George Municipality, Ethics Awareness Month serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the highest standards of honesty, transparency and fairness in serving our community.
By strengthening an ethical culture within the organisation, the municipality reaffirms its commitment to good governance, ethical leadership and building public trust.
#ethicalleadership
