Notice Archive

Notice is hereby given that the intersection of Courtney and Church Streets will be temporarily closed on tonight, 30 April 2026, from 20:00 to 24:00, due to the ongoing upgrade and installation of a new main sewer line.

Motorists are advised that traffic will be permitted to flow in a westerly direction only. Road users travelling eastbound (towards Garden Route Mall) will be required to follow the designated detour routes, as implemented during the initial road closure.

The broader sewer infrastructure upgrade project at the intersection of Courtney and Church Streets commenced on 17 April 2026 and is expected to continue until 8 May 2026. Construction activities during this period may impact both residents and road users in the area.

George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience caused and appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation during the implementation of this essential infrastructure upgrade.

🏗️ As part of the construction activities on the N9 between Oudtshoorn and George, the contractor will be required to conduct blasting operations to remove and extract rock for construction purposes.

🗓️ Date of next blast: 5 May 2026
⛔ Nature of closure: FULL road closure
🕐 Time of closure: 14:00—17:00
🚧 Routes affected: Oudtshoorn to George / Uniondale to George

George Municipality hereby advises the public that all municipal offices will be closed on Monday, 27 April 2026 (Freedom Day) and Friday, 1 May 2026 (Workers’ Day). Offices will reopen on the next working day following each public holiday at 07:45.

 Refuse removal services will continue as per the normal schedule on both public holidays. Households and businesses are reminded to place refuse out by 07:00.

Residents are urged to take note of these arrangements and to plan accordingly. Your cooperation is appreciated.

 All emergency services will remain operational throughout the public holidays.

After-hours contact numbers:
Fire Emergency (24/7): 044 801 6311
Toll-Free Disaster Number (24/7): 087 152 9999
George Municipality After-hours Number: 044 801 6300

The Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (Sedfa) is pleased to invite applications from export-ready women-owned Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to participate in The Good Life Show Cape Town 2026, taking place from 29 – 31 May 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC 2).

The Good Life Show is Africa’s premier event focused on sustainable food, beverage, wellness, clean beauty, and conscious living industries. This platform provides an excellent opportunity for selected businesses to showcase their products, access new markets, engage with buyers and distributors, and gain valuable industry exposure.

Who Should Apply
Women-owned MSMEs operating in the following sectors are encouraged to apply:
·Food and Beverage
(including organic, plant-based, health foods, artisanal products, and functional beverages)
· Health and Wellness
(including natural health products, supplements, holistic wellness solutions, and fitness-related products)
· Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Products
(including environmentally friendly packaging, reusable products, and green innovations)
· Clean Beauty and Personal Care
(including natural skincare, haircare, cosmetics, and chemical-free beauty products)
· Agro-Processing
(including value-added agricultural products such as preserves, oils, spices, and ready-to-eat goods)
· Lifestyle and Conscious Living Products
(including ethically produced goods, home and living products, and wellness lifestyle accessories).

Please note that participation is strictly limited to ten (10) clients. A competitive selection process will be followed, and only applicants who are fully compliant and strongly aligned with the event criteria will be considered.

Minimum Requirements Include:
• Fully compliant business with all required documentation
• HACCP Certification (where applicable)
• Minimum 70% ERAT score
• Minimum annual turnover of R500,000
• Submission through Sedfa branch offices only

Key Benefits for Selected Participants:
Sedfa will provide exhibition space, branding, accommodation (bed, breakfast, and dinner), local flights (where applicable), and airport transfers in Cape Town.
📅 Application Deadline: 29 April 2026
📧 Enquiries (only): Liya Cherian – Lcherian@sedfa.org.za

All applications must be submitted through the Sedfa branch office. Applications sent directly to the Sedfa National Office will not be considered.
We encourage eligible women-owned enterprises to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to grow their businesses and access new markets.

Issued on behalf of CropLife SA PRO and Western Cape government

The George Municipality commends the continued efforts of CropLife SA PRO in promoting safe and responsible agrochemical management, following the successful collection of 127 tonnes of obsolete pesticides across the Western Cape in 2025.

This milestone reflects strong collaboration between the agricultural sector, government institutions and pest control operators, and highlights the importance of responsible disposal practices in protecting the environment and public health.

CropLife SA PRO has now set a target to collect 150 tonnes of obsolete pesticides by the end of June 2026. Farmers across the Western Cape are encouraged to participate in this initiative to help reach the target and further reduce environmental risk.

Farmers wishing to participate must complete the prescribed inventory template and submit it to CropLife SA PRO Manager, Dr Gerhard Verdoorn, via email at gerhard@croplife.co.za by 24 April 2026.

The inventory templates for farmers, consumers and pest control operators (PCOs) are available online. Visit https://croplife.co.za/CropProtection/PRO to access the PRO portal. By clicking on the PRO tab, users will find all relevant documents, including the required inventory forms.

Participants are reminded of the following key guidelines:

• There are no legal repercussions for disposing of obsolete pesticides through CropLife SA PRO.
• There is no limit to the quantity of obsolete pesticides that may be declared for disposal.
• No fees are charged for the thermo-destruction process, as costs are covered by CropLife SA PRO.
• All materials must be accurately recorded in the inventory form, including full details of the waste generator.
• Fertilisers, animal feed and animal health products will not be accepted.
• Obsolete pesticides must be placed on wooden pallets and securely wrapped.
• Farmers are responsible for delivering materials to designated drop-off points.

The Municipality encourages all stakeholders and agricultural organisations to share this information widely to ensure it reaches the farming community.