Notice Archive

George Municipality is currently undertaking periodic maintenance in half road widths on East Street, Pacaltsdorp, which serves as a detour route
as part of all the road upgrades currently underway in Pacaltdorp. Over the past few months this road has deteriorated rapidly, thus remedial maintenance of the road is required.

How will it affect road users:
– Motorists heading into Pacaltsdorp will still be able to travel the normal route via North and River Street
– Motorists heading out of Pacaltsdorp will temporarily need to make a left turn out of River Street, into East Street, then right into Fountain Street, tight into Polar Avenue and continue to East Street to follow their normal route

Completion of the Works is expected on 03 July 2025 (weather permitting).

Issued George Municipality, 2 July @ 14:33

George Municipality is aware of possible sewage pollution from a private institution into the Gwaing River Mouth.

Our Scientific Services Department is currently conducting sampling to determine the E-Coli levels in the River.

We request the Public to avoid using the Gwaing River Mouth for swimming or fishing until further notice.

George Municipality kindly requests that all residents, contractors, and waste transporters ensure that all waste transported to the landfill site or transfer station is securely covered or tightly sealed during transit.

This precaution is necessary to prevent waste from being blown off vehicles, which contributes to environmental pollution, illegal dumping, and public complaints along access roads and surrounding areas.

Let us work together to keep our city clean and preserve the natural beauty of our environment.

Failure to comply constitutes a contravention of the George Municipality Integrated Waste Management By-laws, as well as Section 25 of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act (Act No. 59 of 2008), which requires all waste holders to take reasonable steps to prevent the spilling, escaping, or littering of waste during storage, collection, transportation, or disposal.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
For further information, please contact the Environmental Services Department at 044 802 2900

The planned construction activity of the UPGRADING OF EDEN SEWAGE PUMP STATION, initially scheduled to take place on weekdays, will also include work on the weekends of:

• Saturday 5th July 2025
• Saturday 12th July 2025
• Saturday 19th July 2025
• Saturday 26th July 2025

Working hours on Saturdays will be from 07:00 to 14:00. The construction activities extend from the Eden Sewage Pump station 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 Kosie Smit – 044 801 9496 (Technical)
: 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.

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 90.62%
Rainfall for the previous days: 3.7 mm (Measured from 23 – 30 June 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.

George Municipality confirms that power has been fully restored to all areas affected by this morning’s emergency power trip.

Please be advised that George Municipality’s Network Control conducted an emergency power trip affecting parts of George due to unforeseen circumstances.

Our technical teams are currently assessing the situation.
Updates regarding restoration time will be provided shortly.

We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Please note that due to scheduled water network testing, residents and businesses in Mid Town may experience low water pressure between 09:00 and 11:00 today.

George Municipality apologises for the inconvenience caused and thanks you for your understanding.