By Pieter du Plessis, Founder & Director of SA for HOPE NPCEverybody has a story, they say. Well, here’s mine. It’s not always pretty, but it’s honest.I was born in Gauteng, but my roots stretch deep into the dust of Ellisras, where I spent...

Vertel ons wat gebeur in jou woonbuurt! Tell us what is happening in your area!Afrikaans Almal het ‘n storie om te vertel! Vertel ons wat in jou woonbuurt, jou voorstad of dorp gebeur. Al die lief en leed, geboortes, sterftes, huwelike, doop – enigiets. Dit maak...

The Garden Route, South Africa's southwestern coastal jewel, is experiencing an economic climate defined by resilience, creativity, and underlying challenges. Anchored by towns such as George, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, and Mossel Bay, the region’s economy thrives on tourism, agriculture, and a touch of industry.The...

Issued by George Municipality, 26 May 2025George Municipality reminds members of the public that while it is permissible to use third-party vendors to manage and pay traffic fines, the responsibility for ensuring that the fine is fully settled lies with the offender.IMPORTANT: If you choose...

Issued by George Municipality, 23 May 2025George Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Alderman Jackie von Brandis, and Municipal Manager, Mr Godfrey Louw, officially welcomed Ms Louise Stevens, the newly appointed Chairperson of the George Municipal Audit Committee, during an introductory meeting held on 22 May 2025.Ms...

George Municipality proudly joins the global community in commemorating International Biodiversity Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of biodiversity issues worldwide.As part of our commitment to sustainability and environmental protection, the Municipality actively implements and supports a range of biodiversity-focused initiatives. These include:🌱...