Mossel Bay Municipality

Mossel Bay Municipality Invest. Visit. Belong. The Municipality serves a diverse coastal region where heritage meets progress.
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Mossel Bay is the Western Cape’s semigration favourite, world‑class beaches, iconic heritage and a financially sustainable, service‑driven municipality. Mossel Bay Municipality will be using this platform to communicate and inform its residents of important and upcoming events, service delivery matters and such Council decisions and other information which it deems to in the interest of the Munici

pality’s customers relevant stakeholders. Mossel Bay Municipality will NOT condone or tolerate any of the following:
- Racism (including offensive comments based on ethnicity and nationality)
- Sexism / Homophobia
- Religious intolerance
- Cyber bullying
- Hate speech
- Derogatory language
- Comments inciting violence
- Politicking. We ask that comments remain relevant and do not include general banter or conversation as this dilutes the effectiveness of the comments section. Mossel Bay Municipality reserves the right to:
► remove any comments that do not follow the above guidelines; and,
► ban users who repeatedly infringe the rules.

𝗞𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 - 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝘆
03/06/2026

𝗞𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 - 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝘆

𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄: 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐔𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 – 𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐁𝐎𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐔𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐒 - 𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, 𝟏𝟔:𝟒𝟎Mossel Bay Municipality’s Electri...
03/06/2026

𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄: 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐔𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 – 𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐁𝐎𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐔𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐒 - 𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, 𝟏𝟔:𝟒𝟎
Mossel Bay Municipality’s Electrical Services are currently attending to a burnt-out low voltage kiosk in Hartenbos Heuwels.

As a result, consumers in Keurboom Street and surrounding areas are experiencing an electricity supply interruption.
✅ Replacement work is underway
✅ Estimated restoration time: 23:00 tonight (3 June 2026)

Residents are kindly requested to be patient while repairs are completed. The Municipality appreciates the community’s understanding during this time.

For verified updates, please follow our official communication channels:
📱 WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va8Qj6F9cDDHhJ4QYc0N
📘 Facebook: Mossel Bay Municipality

⚠️ 𝐅𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 – 𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐃𝐎 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄 ⚠️The Mossel Bay Municipality would like to make residents aware that a social ...
03/06/2026

⚠️ 𝐅𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 – 𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐃𝐎 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄 ⚠️
The Mossel Bay Municipality would like to make residents aware that a social media post currently circulating, claiming that a Level 9 (Orange) disruptive rain warning has been issued for parts of the Garden Route, is false and not issued by official authorities.

The information contained in this graphic is devoid of truth and does not reflect any verified update from the South African Weather Service (SAWS) or any other official source.

✅ What residents should do:
* Do not share or forward unverified information
* Always check updates against official sources
* Follow trusted platforms for accurate, real-time information

📢 Stay informed via verified channels:
Mossel Bay Municipality official page
Mossel Bay Municipality WhatsApp Channel
South African Weather Service (SAWS)

We urge all residents to remain responsible when sharing information.

𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 - 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞
03/06/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 - 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞

𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄: 𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐃𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑During periods of severe weather and rapidly changing conditions,...
03/06/2026

𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄: 𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐃𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑
During periods of severe weather and rapidly changing conditions, the Mossel Bay Municipality’s official social media platforms are utilised primarily as broadcast channels to ensure that critical, verified information reaches the public quickly and efficiently.

To support this process, comments may be temporarily disabled on certain posts.
🙏 We kindly ask for your understanding that during these times, the Communications Team is not able to respond to individual enquiries, service delivery requests, or reports via social media comments.

📞 For assistance or to report issues, please make use of the following official channels:
Mossel Bay Municipality: 044 606 5000 (24/7) or email [email protected] or download the Collab Citizen smart phone app

📲 You can also stay informed through our verified platforms:
WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaObfDbBadmjaxmERb0d
page: https://www.facebook.com/mosselbaymun

✅ This approach ensures that:
Urgent updates are clearly communicated
Information remains accurate and easy to follow
Emergency responses are supported effectively

🙏 We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work together to keep our community informed and safe.

𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 – 𝟎𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝟏𝟒:𝟑𝟎Motorists are strongly warned not to attempt cr...
03/06/2026

𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 – 𝟎𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝟏𝟒:𝟑𝟎
Motorists are strongly warned not to attempt crossing flooded roads and low-water crossings in and around the greater Mossel Bay municipal area following sustained heavy rainfall.

⚠️ Additional Safety Warning:
Road users travelling on the R327 towards Herbertsdale (Du Plessis Pass) are urged to exercise extreme caution due to rockfalls and debris along the roadway. Conditions remain unstable, and further rockfalls may occur without warning.

📞 Emergency Contact Numbers:
• Mossel Bay Municipality – 044 606 5000 (24/7)
• Garden Route Disaster Management Centre – 044 805 5071 (24/7)

📲 Verified Updates:
Municipal WhatsApp Channel:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaObfDbBadmjaxmERb0d
Mossel Bay Municipality Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mosselbaymun

03/06/2026

🚧 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐃𝐔𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 – 𝟎𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝟏𝟑:𝟑𝟎
Motorists are strongly warned not to attempt crossing flooded roads and low-water crossings in and around the greater Mossel Bay municipal area following sustained heavy rainfall.

⚠️ Affected Roads & Closures:
Closed Roads:
DR1581 Geelbeksvlei Road (towards Brandwag / Brandwacht)
DR1633 (towards Jonkersberg)
DR1602 (Kleinplaas)

Additional High-Risk for Closure / Flood-Affected Routes:
Haelkraal Road (R328 – Ruiterbos to R327 – Herbertsdale)
Leeukloof Road (Klein Brak River / Botlierskop area)
Kleinplaas Road (Great Brak River / Friemersheim / Jonkersberg)

⚠️ Important to Remember:
Even shallow water can sweep vehicles away
Road surfaces may be damaged or washed away beneath the water
Water levels can rise rapidly without warning
It is often difficult to judge depth and current strength

🚗 Stay Safe:
Turn around and use alternative routes
Avoid flooded bridges, rivers, and low-lying crossings
Keep a safe distance from affected areas
Follow instructions from Traffic Officers and Emergency Services

🙏 Your safety remains our priority — no destination is worth the risk.

📞 Emergency Contact Numbers:
• Mossel Bay Municipality – 044 606 5000 (24/7)
• Garden Route Disaster Management Centre – 044 805 5071 (24/7)

📲 Verified Updates:
Municipal WhatsApp Channel:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaObfDbBadmjaxmERb0d
Mossel Bay Municipality Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mosselbaymun

🚧 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐍𝟐 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐑 – 𝐆𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐀 𝐇𝐄𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 – 𝟎𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝟏𝟐:𝟓𝟎Motorists are advised that surface water has ...
03/06/2026

🚧 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐍𝟐 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐑 – 𝐆𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐀 𝐇𝐄𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 – 𝟎𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝟏𝟐:𝟓𝟎
Motorists are advised that surface water has accumulated on sections of the N2 and adjacent areas near Glentana Heights, following recent rainfall.

⚠️ Important to Note:
Surface water may reduce tyre grip and increase stopping distance
Water may conceal hazards or uneven road surfaces
Conditions may change rapidly with continued rainfall

🚗 Travel Advisory:
Proceed with extreme caution in the affected area
Reduce speed and maintain a safe following distance
Avoid sudden braking or sharp turns
Avoid unnecessary travel where possible

🙏 Your safety remains our priority — please plan ahead and drive responsibly.
📞 Emergency Contact Numbers:
• Mossel Bay Municipality – 044 606 5000 (24/7)
• Garden Route Disaster Management Centre – 044 805 5071 (24/7)

📲 Official & Verified Channels:
Municipal WhatsApp Channel:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaObfDbBadmjaxmERb0d
Mossel Bay Municipality Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mosselbaymun
Please follow only official municipal platforms for accurate and up-to-date information.

🚨 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐔𝐍𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓 – 𝟎𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝟏𝟐:𝟏𝟓The situation in Mossel Bay following the r...
03/06/2026

🚨 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐔𝐍𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓 – 𝟎𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝟏𝟐:𝟏𝟓
The situation in Mossel Bay following the recent march and subsequent unrest remains stable, with coordinated response efforts ongoing across multiple agencies.

⚠️ 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬:
✅ Numerous buses departed Mossel Bay on Monday, 1 June 2026, transporting displaced persons from municipal community facilities, in line with arrangements made by their respective consulates
✅ On Tuesday, 2 June 2026 another group of displaced persons departed from Mossel Bay – presumably through private arrangement
✅ The Municipality, together with community safety partners, oversaw the safe loading and departure of all transport operations
✅ The current number of displaced persons is approximately 150, with remaining individuals accommodated at a municipal community facility
✅ The consulates of affected individuals remain actively engaged, coordinating ongoing relocation arrangements
✅ Humanitarian assistance continues, with support provided by the Department of Social Development, NGOs, churches, and community organisations
✅ A visible law enforcement presence remains deployed at affected areas to maintain safety and order
✅ Displaced persons continue to receive meals, medical care, and essential support services
✅ The Municipality has availed community facilities since Friday, 29 May 2026 to provide shelter and care
✅ It is estimated that 55 wood and iron structures were destroyed in the KwaNonqaba area, contributing to the displacement

👥 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢-𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞:
✅ A coordinated, multi-agency response remains in place involving SAPS, Mossel Bay Municipality, the Department of Social Development and other
✅ SAPS leadership, led by Major General Phumzile Cetyana Garden Route District's police commissioner, met with Municipal Manager Colin Puren, Portfolio Chairperson for Community Safety, Councillor Leon van Dyk, and other municipal officials to review the current status and ensure continued stability and to discuss contingency planning

📊 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐬:
✅ The situation has been reported as stable, with no further complaints or incidents related to the march
✅ No new incidents of violence or property damage relating to the march have been reported
✅ Municipal officials across departments remain actively deployed on the ground

Humanitarian care for displaced persons remains a priority. The Municipality extends its appreciation to all partners, organisations, and community members who continue to support affected individuals during this time.

📲 Verified Updates: Municipal WhatsApp Channel:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaObfDbBadmjaxmERb0d
Mossel Bay Municipality Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mosselbaymun

03/06/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑: 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐳 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 - 𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
(𝑉𝑖𝑑𝑒𝑜: 𝑈𝑠𝑒𝑟-𝑔𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑓𝑜𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑔𝑒)
Emergency work started on Diaz Beach yesterday afternoon, 3 June 2026 in line with a Council resolution taken on 29 May 2026. Members of the public are reminded that Diaz Beach is closed to the public until further notice. Closure was implemented on 18 May 2026. This video was taken by a member of the public in Diaz Beach as work ensued yesterday afternoon.

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