| Happy Women's Day from Drakenstein Municipality Tuesday, 11 August 2026
As we commemorate Women’s Day, Drakenstein Municipality pays tribute to the women whose strength, compassion and leadership keep our communities strong.
“We remain committed to advancing the rights, dignity and empowerment of women in every sphere of society. Women are at the heart of community development, helping to … |
| Public Notice Beware of tender fraud Friday, 17 July 2026
Drakenstein Municipality has become aware of fraudsters targeting bidders by falsely claiming they can influence the outcome of municipal tenders in exchange for money. These individuals often use accurate tender information to make their claims appear legitimate and convincing. Please be advised: Tender awards are made strictly in accordance … |
| From 51st to top 5 in SA - Drakenstein Municipality’s remarkable financial turnaround Wednesday, 15 July 2026
Drakenstein Municipality's journey from 51st place in 2017 to one of South Africa's five highest-scoring municipalities in 2025 has earned national recognition from Ratings Afrika, which singled out the Municipality for achieving the most significant improvement on its Municipal Financial Sustainability Index (MFSI) over the past six years. … |
| Online prepaid electricity purchase issues reported Wednesday, 01 July 2026 Drakenstein Municipality has been made aware that some residents are experiencing difficulties with purchasing prepaid electricity on certain online platforms and outlets, including the Absa and First National Bank (FNB) banking channels.
Our service provider is attending to the matter as a priority to restore normal vending functionality and ensure … |
| Preparing for your learner’s licence - We’ve got you covered Monday, 22 June 2026
Across South Africa, applicants are finding the national computerised learner’s licence testing system challenging. The good news? A new learner’s licence study manual is now available to help you prepare with confidence.
Drakenstein Municipality is proud to be the first municipality in the Western Cape to receive … |
| Honouring our fathers this Father’s Day - message from Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Sunday, 21 June 2026
On this Father’s Day, we pause to celebrate the fathers and father figures across Drakenstein who give of themselves so generously to their families and communities.
Fathers are often the steady hands and quiet voices of encouragement – guiding and inspiring us in ways that may not always … |
| Celebrating our youth message from Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Monday, 15 June 2026
Representing not only the future but our present too, our youth are the driving force of Drakenstein and South Africa.
You are the innovators, leaders and dreamers whose voices matter today. Your courage and creativity continue to inspire change and shape the society we are building together. … |
| Drakenstein Municipality warns residents of ongoing disconnection scam Monday, 08 June 2026
Drakenstein Municipality wishes to alert residents to an ongoing scam involving fraudulent disconnection notices and threats of service disconnection, which is targeting communities across South Africa, including Drakenstein. The Municipality has received new reports as recently as this morning, 8 June 2026, indicating that scammers are actively attempting to … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s R4.5bn budget drives growth, infrastructure investment, and support for vulnerable households Monday, 08 June 2026
Drakenstein Municipality's R4.5 billion budget for the 2026/27 financial year, tabled by Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of the Municipality, on Wednesday, 27 May 2026, reflects a local economy that continues to grow at an exceptional pace. Driven by sustained commercial and residential development, Drakenstein's economy has expanded from over … |
| Premier Winde commends Drakenstein Municipality’s storm response during Gouda visit Thursday, 28 May 2026
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde visited Gouda on Wednesday, 27 May 2026, as part of his tour across the province to communities hardest hit by the recent storms.
He met with senior Drakenstein Municipality officials to assess the impact and received updates on how the Municipality managed the … |
| Here is how Drakenstein Municipality will deliver in 2026-2027 Wednesday, 27 May 2026
Executive MayorBudget Speech
2026/2027 Budget
27 May 2026
Honourable Speaker
Deputy Executive Mayor Chief Whip Members of the Mayoral Committee Councillors City Manager, CFO and Executive Directors
Representatives of the media
Members of the public
Ladies and gentlemen Good day,
It is a great privilege to deliver my budget speech … |
| Wellington celebrates new chapter of unity Tuesday, 19 May 2026 A historic moment unfolded for the Wellington community today with the official opening of the Wellington Community Hall – a space that will serve as a home for gatherings, development and opportunity.
Residents, community members and learners from St Alban Primary School and Wellington Primary School gathered to witness … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s disaster management teams work tirelessly to keep communities safe Wednesday, 13 May 2026 Drakenstein Municipality's emergency services and disaster management teams remain on high alert and continue to respond to incidents arising from the heavy rainfall and strong winds experienced in the area from Sunday and throughout Tuesday. During this period, Paarl received 188 mm of rainfall and Wellington 159 mm, with significant … |
| A tribute to mothers by Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Sunday, 10 May 2026 Mothers are the heart of our community – the steady hands that nurture, the voices that encourage and the strength that carries families forward.
On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I extend heartfelt appreciation to all our mothers, grandmothers and caregivers. Your sacrifices and compassion inspire us daily, reminding … |
| Drakenstein residents urged to prepare for severe cold front Friday, 08 May 2026 Drakenstein Municipality urges all residents to take the necessary precautions ahead of a severe cold front expected to reach the Cape Winelands district, including Drakenstein and the City of Cape Town, from Sunday, 10 May 2026. The South African Weather Service has issued a Level 8 warning for the district, … |
| Faure Street Stadium upgrades aim to unlock new sporting opportunities Tuesday, 05 May 2026 Drakenstein Municipality is preparing for planned upgrades and maintenance work at Paarl's flagship Faure Street Stadium, with the intention of expanding opportunities for athletes, schools, and community clubs. The proposed work includes rehabilitating the stadium's century‑old cycling track – home to the iconic Boxing Day Race and training facility for … |
| Workers’ Day message by Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Friday, 01 May 2026
1 May 2026Workers' Day is a reminder of the important role that workers play in shaping our country and our community. It honours the struggles of the past and the rights that were won to ensure fairness in the workplace.
In Drakenstein, we value the contribution of every … |
| Freedom Day message from Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Friday, 01 May 2026
1 May 2026
Today, South Africa celebrates Freedom Day – a day that reminds us of the shared determination that brought us democracy. It is a moment to reflect on how far we have come and to recommit ourselves to the values of freedom and human dignity.
As … |
| Drakenstein Municipality partners up to act against floods Friday, 24 April 2026
Since 2022, Drakenstein Municipality has been working on the Hybrid Flood Alleviation Programme with the C40 Cities Finance Facility (CFF). The CFF is a joint initiative by C40 Cities and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) that helps municipalities in developing or emerging economies to convert climate action … |
| Drakenstein Municipality upgrades substation to strengthen energy security and supply Tuesday, 07 April 2026
7 April 2026Drakenstein Municipality is committed to delivering a reliable electricity supply through a sustainable electrical network with sufficient spare capacity amid rapid economic development.A major milestone is the expansion and upgrading of the Dalweiding 66/11kV substation in Paarl, which started in 2018. It is expected to be completed … |
| Drakenstein Municipality reopens historic Die Kraal Thursday, 02 April 2026
1 April 2026With a sense of nostalgia and pride Drakenstein Municipality ushered in a new era for community rugby with the official reopening of the historic Die Kraal Sports Grounds in Paarl on Tuesday, 31 March 2026.
At the historic reopening of Die Kraal, Executive Mayor Councillor Stephen Korabie … |
| IDP Open Days give the community an opportunity to shape the Drakenstein of tomorrow Monday, 30 March 2026
30 March 2026 It is that time of the year again when residents, businesses and other stakeholders in Drakenstein get the opportunity to give their input to help shape the Drakenstein of the future. Drakenstein Municipality's Draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP), Draft Budget for the 2026/27 financial year, Budget-related … |
| Drakenstein Municipality sets benchmark with R1.4 billion mega infrastructure project Friday, 27 March 2026
24 March 2026As South Africa commemorates National Water Month – an expansion of World Water Day observed annually on 22 March – Drakenstein Municipality is on track to deliver the largest infrastructure project in its history: a R1.4 billion upgrade and rehabilitation of its Paarl Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) … |
| Eid Mubarak from Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Friday, 20 March 2026
20 March 2026
Eid al Fitr is a time of joy and celebration. After a month of fasting, families and friends come together to mark the end of Ramadan with gratitude and hope. May it bring peace to your homes, strengthen bonds with loved ones, and inspire us all … |
| No extra fees allowed on prepaid electricity or water tokens Thursday, 19 March 2026
19 March 2026
Drakenstein Municipality reminds all residents that spaza shops and other prepaid vendors are not permitted to charge any additional commission or transaction fees when selling prepaid electricity to customers. Customers should only pay the value shown on the prepaid electricity token. Any extra charges are illegal … |
| Drakenstein Municipality votes for public participation on 2026/27 electricity tariffs, not Eskom’s proposed 9.01% tariff hike Friday, 13 March 2026
13 March 2026
At the Special Drakenstein Council meeting held on Friday, 13 March 2026, Drakenstein Municipality, the majority of Council voted in favour of public participation on the Municipality’s proposed electricity tariff increases for the 2026/2027 financial year. It did not vote in support of Eskom’s proposed 9.01% … |
| Drakenstein Municipality Executive Mayor calls for immediate halt to Eskom’s proposed 9.01% electricity tariff hikes Thursday, 12 March 2026
12 March 2026Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, has formally urged the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) to immediately halt plans to increase electricity tariffs by a further 9.01%.The Executive Mayor said: “I believe NERSA should re-evaluate Eskom's tariff application as Eskom's recent financial performance … |
| The stage is yours, Drakenstein - enter our dance competition! Monday, 02 March 2026
2 March 2026We are searching for the choreography that will move our people. If you have rhythm, creativity and pride, it is time to show it. We are calling all scholars to create original dance routines that capture the rhythm and pride of Drakenstein. Solo, crew, formal group, or … |
| Drakenstein Municipality placed under veterinary quarantine following Foot-and Mouth Disease case Monday, 16 February 2026 14 February 2026The Western Cape Department of Agriculture's State Veterinarian (Boland) has issued a formal quarantine order to Drakenstein Municipality following a confirmed case of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) in the area. Under this order, Drakenstein Municipality has been placed under immediate veterinary quarantine. The order was issued in terms of … |
| Drakenstein Municipality helps residents support the homeless through PayPoint terminals Thursday, 12 February 2026 12 February 2026Drakenstein Municipality is calling on residents to support the municipal area's homeless individuals responsibly and safely by making use of PayPoint terminals, which are now available at a number of Paarl businesses.This initiative forms part of the Municipality's recently adopted Homelessness Policy and strengthens the local network of … |
| Fire at Paarl Hospital Tuesday, 27 January 2026
27 January 2026On Tuesday, 27 January 2026, Drakenstein Municipality's Fire and Rescue Services responded to a fire at the Paarl Hospital.The fire was reported at 11:17, and by 12:00, our firefighters had successfully contained the blaze to the Day Hospital section of the provincial hospital. All occupants of the … |
| Fire in Mbekweni displaces residents, relief efforts underway Sunday, 21 December 2025 21 December 2025Drakenstein Municipality's Fire and Rescue Services responded to a second major incident late on Saturday evening, 20 December, shortly after attending to the fire at Laborie Estate in Paarl. Crews were dispatched to a fire in Mbekweni, an informal settlement just outside Paarl, at approximately 21:00, with multiple … |
| Drakenstein Municipality Fire and Rescue Services continue monitoring hot spot at Laborie Estate Sunday, 21 December 2025 21 December 2025Drakenstein Municipality's Fire and Rescue Services are continuing mop-up operations at Laborie Estate in Paarl on Sunday, 21 December, following the successful containment of the fire yesterday. Fire crews will remain at the scene and are actively monitoring hot spots to ensure that the area remains safe and … |
| Active fire at Laborie Estate: Drakenstein crews on the scene Saturday, 20 December 2025
20 December 2025Drakenstein Municipality's Fire and Rescue Services are currently attending to a fire that broke out at Laborie Estate in Paarl shortly after 12:00 PM today, Saturday, 20 December 2025.
Additional firefighting support from Stellenbosch Municipality, Cape Winelands District Municipalit, FPA and DFW Fire & Rescue NPC, … |
| Drakenstein Municipality urges residents to use water responsibly Tuesday, 09 December 2025
9 December 2025As summer temperatures rise and dam levels decline, Drakenstein Municipality calls on all households, businesses and farms to use water sparingly to safeguard our water supply.
Although dam levels are lower than this time last year, there is no immediate cause for alarm. However, responsible water use … |
| Drakenstein Municipality secures 11th clean audit, cementing its status as Western Cape’s best Thursday, 04 December 2025 4 December 2025The Auditor-General of South Africa has awarded Drakenstein Municipality its 11th clean audit for the 2024/2025 financial year. This is the Municipality's seventh back-to-back clean audit and 18th unqualified audit opinion since 2011. The Municipality's 11th clean audit underscores its excellent management and governance, as the Auditor-General not … |
| Safmarine Hall - The facts Friday, 28 November 2025
28 November 2025Safmarine Hall in Wellington is owned by Drakenstein Municipality, which retains full responsibility for its lawful occupation. In late 2024, the premises were let to CYFS (Community Youth & Family Services) under a fixed-term lease agreement for a period of three months, which has since lapsed. The … |
| Drakenstein Municipality launches comprehensive Summer Safety Plan Tuesday, 25 November 2025
22 November 2025The Public Safety Department of Drakenstein Municipality has officially kicked into summer gear, ready to deal with any incident or emergency this festive season in Paarl, Wellington and surrounding areas. The area is expecting an influx of visitors and high volumes of traffic on its roads.On Friday, … |
| Plan to open De Kraal for practice in March ’26 receives blessing of rugby legends Tuesday, 18 November 2025
18 November 2025It was a Friday afternoon with a difference in the City Manager’s boardroom. The air was filled with expectation, excitement and a mutual respect as Drakenstein rugby royalty took their seats at the boardroom table.
Memories of their golden years at the De Kraal Sports Grounds in … |
| Drakenstein Municipality celebrates local business chamber’s big win Wednesday, 12 November 2025 12 November 2025Drakenstein Municipality proudly congratulates the AHi Drakenstein Business Chamber on winning the prestigious AHi Chairman's Award for Business Chamber of the Year at the AHi Western Cape Congress and Awards Ceremony in Cape Town on Friday, 31 October 2025.The achievement of being named the best out of 61 … |
| Finding their way home: A compassionate approach to homelessness Wednesday, 05 November 2025
5 November 2025In Drakenstein, people living on the streets are not invisible. They are someone's child, parent, sibling or spouse. Each individual has a story, an identity and the potential to find their way home - with the right support.Drakenstein Municipality maintains an up-to-date database of people living on … |
| Fireworks ban holds firm in Drakenstein for 2025 Guy Fawkes celebrations Wednesday, 05 November 2025
05 November 2025
Ahead of Guy Fawkes Day, traditionally celebrated on 5 November, Drakenstein Municipality reminds all residents that discharging fireworks remains strictly prohibited within the municipal boundaries.
The Drakenstein Municipal Council approved this ban on fireworks in 2021, with the exclusion of pre-approved, controlled events. The decision … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s bravest take on SA’s toughest firefighter challenge Friday, 10 October 2025
10 October 2025
We are rooting for Team Drakenstein as they take on South Africa's largest and most demanding firefighter challenge, the Toughest Firefighter Alive Southern Africa Open Championship 2025, at the Garden Route Mall in George.This intense event brings together elite firefighters from across South Africa, Botswana and … |
| The Huguenot Tunnel has been reopened Thursday, 09 October 2025
09 October 2025
🚗 The Huguenot Tunnel has reopened this morning!
Temporary safety measures remain in place - please drive carefully and stay alert.
#TrafficUpdate #WCMobility
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| Huguenot Tunnel remains closed Wednesday, 08 October 2025
05 October 2025
No definitive timeline is available for when the Huguenot Tunnel will be reopened following last Friday’s bus fire.The South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) is working around the clock to restore the tunnel to a safe operational condition. Motorists are urged to plan accordingly, be patient … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s pools and resorts ready to make a splash this season Wednesday, 01 October 2025
1 October 2025With summer just around the corner, Drakenstein Municipality's public swimming pool and resort teams are geared up and excited to welcome residents back to their favourite warm-weather spots. Municipal swimming pools now open
All public swimming pools across Drakenstein Municipality have officially reopened on Wednesday, 1 … |
| Heritage Day message by Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Wednesday, 24 September 2025
On this Heritage Day, we celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions and histories that make South Africa and Drakenstein extraordinary. Our heritage is not just something we inherit; it is something we live and pass on with pride.This day reminds us of the strength in diversity and the … |
| Municipality unveils Drakenstein anthem to foster unity and promote local pride Wednesday, 17 September 2025
18 September 2025Listen to our Song!
The Drakenstein Official Song - click here
To download the song:
1. Click on the mp3 download icon.
2. On the far right - click the … |
| Drakenstein Municipality wins gold at 2025 Service Excellence Awards Monday, 15 September 2025
13 September 2025Drakenstein Municipality has once again proven its commitment to innovation, exceptional service delivery and community impact, earning top honours at the 2025 Western Cape Government Service Excellence Awards, held at GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World in Cape Town on Friday, 12 September 2025.
Drakenstein Municipality won the … |
| Wellington Blockhouse to see glory days again Wednesday, 20 August 2025
20 August 2025The Wellington Blockhouse (“Blokhuis"), a prominent landmark with vast heritage value, has stood quietly along Old Hermon Road for generations. But in recent years, time and neglect have taken their toll, resulting most visibly in its collapsed roof and crumbling structure.To restore the Blockhouse to its former … |
| Drakenstein Municipality and sporting fraternity commit to upgrading various sports facilities Wednesday, 20 August 2025
20 August 2025The positive outcome of a meeting held with sporting stakeholders in Paarl on Thursday, 14 August 2025, and led by Dr Johan Leibbrandt, City Manager of Drakenstein Municipality, is an agreement to the principle that the Faure Street Stadium in Paarl will remain publicly owned as well … |
| Drakenstein Municipality receives trailblazer award for innovative indigent consumer management Thursday, 14 August 2025 14 August 2025
Drakenstein Municipality has been recognised nationally for the groundbreaking, innovative and compassionate way in which it manages its indigent consumer support and database. At the Municipal Innovation Recognition Awards (MIRA) 2025 ceremony recently held in Durban, the Municipality received a prestigious award for trailblazing innovations for … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s new property rates relief measures come into effect Thursday, 31 July 2025
31 July 2025Following a recent sharp overall increase in the Drakenstein property market value, Drakenstein Municipality is taking steps to protect its homeowners from an equally sharp increase in their new property rates which came into effect on 1 July 2025. During the Municipality's latest round of property valuations, … |
| Drakenstein Municipality shares progress on pioneering hybrid flood alleviation programme with international delegation Wednesday, 30 July 2025
30 July 2025Drakenstein Municipality hosted delegates from the United Kingdom Government's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), the C40 Cities Finance Facility (CFF), and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in Paarl on Thursday, 24 July 2025, to share progress on the Municipality's groundbreaking hybrid flood alleviation programme … |
| Get your game face on! Interschools and derby season kicks off in Drakenstein Tuesday, 29 July 2025
29 July 2025 Interschools and derby fever is already running high in Drakenstein, with the first major clash between Paarl Gimnasium and Paarl Boys' High set to take place at Drakenstein Municipality's flagship stadium, the Faure Street Stadium in Paarl, on Saturday, 2 August 2025. Arguably the largest rugby … |
| Drakenstein Municipality condemns vandalism at Wellington Wall of Remembrance Tuesday, 22 July 2025
21 July 2025
It is with deep concern and great disappointment that Drakenstein Municipality has learnt of an appalling act of vandalism committed by unknown parties at the Wellington Cemetery’s Wall of Remembrance.
During the incident, serious damage has been inflicted upon 62 of the 70 occupied niches in … |
| Drakenstein Municipality opens Paarl overnight shelter as part of inclusive care strategy Wednesday, 09 July 2025
9 July 2025 In a bid to restore dignity and offer real solutions to homelessness, Drakenstein Municipality - in partnership with the faith-based outreach initiative CRC Cares and other community stakeholders - officially launched the Paarl Overnight Shelter on Tuesday, 8 July 2025.
The facility, which will initially … |
| Drakenstein welcomes paddlers of 64th Berg Wednesday, 02 July 2025
01 July 2025Message by the Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, Cllr Stephen Korabie, at the start of the 2025 Berg River Canoe Marathon on 2 July 2025:
It is with immense pride and heartfelt enthusiasm that I welcome all paddlers, organisers, sponsors, supporters and spectators to the 2025 Berg … |
| Drakenstein Municipality remains committed to providing emergency shelter for evicted farmworkers Friday, 27 June 2025
26 June 2025
Senior officials of Drakenstein Municipality in the Western Cape today continued the Municipality’s engagement with the non-governmental organisation, Women on Farms, at a dialogue workshop in Simondium to discuss issues in relation to farm evictions and providing dignified emergency housing for evicted farmworkers.
“Drakenstein Municipality does … |
| Executive Mayor Stephen Korabie pays tribute to our youth Tuesday, 17 June 2025
On this Youth Day, we celebrate our young people as powerful agents of change. As we support and encourage them to fully embrace the opportunities before them, we continue to invest in the potential, voice and leadership of the next generation of leaders.To the youth: You are not only … |
| Drakenstein’s Sustainability Journey Wednesday, 11 June 2025
11 June 2025Drakenstein Municipality, located in the Western Cape province of South Africa, is traditionally a farming community, and in many cases, a multi-generational farming community. The people and the environment are its passion, its livelihood and its future. Sustainability is in its DNA. The Municipality's sustainability vision is … |
| Drakenstein Municipality aces Sustainability Impact Award for Anglophone Africa Wednesday, 11 June 2025
11 June 2025 Drakenstein Municipality in the Western Cape province of South Africa has won a Sustainability Impact Award for the Anglophone Africa region, shining the spotlight on the Municipality's unwavering commitment to sustainable leadership and its forward-thinking approach to ensuring a sustainable future for its coming generations.
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| Eid al-Adha message from Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Thursday, 05 June 2025
05 June 2025
On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I would like to wish all our Muslim residents a joyful Eid. May this Eid al-Adha bring peace, unity, and countless blessings to you and your loved ones. Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating!
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| Drakenstein Municipality Sticks to Winning Formula as it Tables 2025/26 Budget Wednesday, 28 May 2025
28 May 2025In a country where two-thirds of municipalities are said to be in financial distress and local government in crisis, Drakenstein Municipality is one of a few that consistently passes the test for clean governance, sound financial management, and excellent service delivery. It has a winning formula, and … |
| Join Drakenstein Municipality Executive Mayor live as he delivers Budget Speech - 28 May 2025 Wednesday, 28 May 2025
28 May 2025
Join Executive Mayor Councillor Stephen Korabie LIVE as he delivers his annual Budget Speech on Wednesday, 28 May 2025, and tables Drakenstein Municipality's 2025/26 Budget. (The Council meeting starts at 09:30.)
Catch the livestream of the Budget Speech directly from the Paarl Civic Centre and … |
| Council transparency prioritised, says Drakenstein Municipality Speaker Wednesday, 14 May 2025
STATEMENT BY ALDERMAN KOOS LE ROUX, SPEAKER OF DRAKENSTEIN MUNICIPALITY:The principle of Council transparency links very closely to the democratic values of South Africa and the responsibilities of the Council Speaker as custodian thereof.In this regard it has come to my attention that certain councillors expressed their views on … |
| Drakenstein Municipality Executive Mayor sympathises with Councillor Vanessa Booysen's passing Monday, 12 May 2025
11 May 2025
"It is with profound sadness that I share the news of the passing of Councillor Vanessa Booysen," said Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality.
"Councillor Booysen was a dedicated servant of our community, consistently demonstrating compassion and the highest ethical standards in all her … |
| Mother’s Day message from Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Sunday, 11 May 2025 Today, we honour the extraordinary women in our lives who have been giving much of themselves to take care of us. I would like to pay tribute to all our mothers, as well as those women who have fulfilled that role in any capacity.
To our mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, mothers-in-law, … |
| Driving licence printer fixed, issuing of cards and permits resume Friday, 09 May 2025
09 May 2025
The National Department of Transport announced today that South Africa’s driving licence card printing machine has been fixed and operations have resumed. That is good news for Drakenstein’s approximately 7 000 residents who have applied for driver’s licence cards and Public Driving Permits since the start … |
| Drakenstein Municipality celebrates International Firefighters’ Day in fine style Tuesday, 06 May 2025
3 May 2025
On Saturday, 3 May, Drakenstein Municipality celebrated International Firefighters' Day in fine style, giving a memorable tribute to firefighters worldwide. This day is observed internationally on 4 May annually to honour the firefighters who put their own lives at risk to protect their communities.
The … |
| Apply now for Drakenstein Municipality’s peace officer and traffic warden training program Thursday, 17 April 2025
Drakenstein Municipality, in conjunction with the Western Cape Government’s Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, invites eligible residents to enroll for the peace officer and traffic warden training program.
The aim of this accredited training program is to provide training opportunities to residents of Drakenstein to further their … |
| Easter Message from Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Wednesday, 16 April 2025
With the 40-day Lent period now concluded, Christians can look forward to celebrating a highlight on their religious calendar – Easter.
If you celebrate Easter, I want to wish you a joyous and meaningful weekend. Please use it as a time of reflection, of religious observance, and of … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s Fire and Rescue Services ready for action Wednesday, 16 April 2025
15 April 2025Drakenstein Municipality's Fire and Rescue Services operate from four stations, strategically placed across the Municipality's area of jurisdiction. These stations are situated in Paarl (the main station), Mbekweni, Wellington and Saron, and are sufficiently capacitated to deal with their daily tasks and major incidents. The Municipality's Fire … |
| Drakenstein Farm Watch finally shows their hand – here are the facts Friday, 04 April 2025
4 April 2025
Drakenstein Farm Watch (DFW), which portrays itself as an honourable volunteer organisation supported by private funding, this week finally showed its hand when it knocked on Drakenstein Municipality’s door to fund its operations, staff, equipment and marketing for the next financial year with a massive R2.4 … |
| Huge relief on the cards for Drakenstein Municipality ratepayers Tuesday, 01 April 2025
1 April 2025On average, the value of residential properties in the Paarl-Wellington area soared by between 50% and 60% over the last five years.In a first for municipalities in South Africa, Drakenstein Municipality successfully engaged with CoGTA to cap property rates increases on 12.5% for residential property owners in … |
| Executive Mayor wishes Muslim residents an Eid Mubarak Monday, 31 March 2025
The holy month of Ramadan has come to an end and it is time for Drakenstein's followers of Islam to rejoice and celebrate Eid. The festival of Eid al-Fitr brings together people from across the community to mark the end of fasting during the month of Ramadan. So, I … |
| Make your voice heard at this year’s IDP Open Days Friday, 28 March 2025
27 March 2025
Those working in a municipal environment will be all too familiar with the abbreviation “IDP” – short for Integrated Development Plan – being wedged into many work conversations and emails. But for others, IDP might as well be a new slang word invented by millennials or … |
| Drakenstein Municipality successfully concluded clearing up Lady Grey Street, Paarl Thursday, 27 March 2025
25 March 2025 Drakenstein Municipality yesterday successfully concluded clearing up one of its key business areas, Lady Grey Street in Paarl, of illegal and uncontrolled street traders. The Municipality is determined to bring back order to the town’s central business district and ensure the safety of community members who … |
| Closing date for valuation objections extended to Tuesday, 25 March Monday, 24 March 2025
24 March 2025Drakenstein Municipality has extended the deadline for property owners to lodge objections to the Municipality’s General Valuation Roll to midnight on Tuesday, 25 March 2025, due to a high volume of traffic currently experienced on our online platform.
Please note that no late objections will be … |
| It’s bye-bye to Absa Cape Epic riders as Executive Mayor sees them off Monday, 24 March 2025
An exciting last day of the Absa Cape Epic Mountain Bike Race’s four-day stint in Paarl in Drakenstein Municipality, official destination partner of this prestigious event.
At Fairview, Paarl bade a fond farewell to the Epic when the Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, Councillor Stephen Korabie, shot the starting … |
| It's no wonder that some of the Absa Cape Epic riders are already planning their return! Sunday, 23 March 2025
23 March 2025
You simply cannot take anything away from the gorgeousness of our beautiful Paarl Mountain and Drakenstein's natural splendour.
It's no wonder that some of the Absa Cape Epic riders are already planning their return!
Stage 4: A Uniquely Paarl Experience!This route took riders deep into the … |
| Human Rights Day from Executive Mayor Stephen Korabie Thursday, 20 March 2025
On 21 March, we celebrate Human Rights Day – a day on which we remember the sacrifices made by those who died for a cause they believed in.
Today, some of us take so many of our basic human rights for granted. Therefore, I appeal to you: … |
| Drakenstein Municipality duo geared for electrifying Epic Tuesday, 18 March 2025
14 March 2025Two staff members of Drakenstein Municipality will be tackling the merciless Absa Cape Epic Mountain Bike Race, also known as the Tour de France of mountain biking, from 16 to 23 March 2025.
Photo: Max Sullivan/Gallo ImagesThe two brave riders riding under the “#Visit … |
| Paarl’s trails ready to guarantee Epic riders once-in-a-lifetime experience Monday, 17 March 2025 17 March 2025With the premier mountain bike race, the Absa Cape Epic, coming to Paarl and Drakenstein for four days this week, Drakenstein Municipality as official destination partner has been pulling out all stops to ensure that the courageous riders find this section of their 700km route in pristine condition.Stages … |
| Drakenstein Municipality Executive Mayor welcomes Absa Cape Epic riders, organisers, spectators and sponsors Monday, 17 March 2025 14 March 2025 It gives me great pleasure to welcome all riders, support teams, organisers, sponsors and spectators of the 2025 Absa Cape Epic Mountain Bike Race to Drakenstein. As an official destination partner of this year's race, Drakenstein Municipality is proud to be associated with this iconic international sport … |
| Suspended jail sentence for man responsible for devastating Paarl Mountain fire sends strong message Thursday, 06 March 2025
6 March 2025A 42-year-old man has been sentenced to two years' imprisonment, suspended for five years, in connection with last year's devastating fire on the slopes of Paarl Mountain. Rudolf Coxam, a Paarl resident, was found guilty of charges relating to the Veld and Forestry Fire Act and sentenced … |
| Ramadan Message from the Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie Friday, 28 February 2025
28 February 2025On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I want to wish all our Muslim residents a peaceful, joyous and meaningful Ramadan.
May your prayers be heard and may joy fill your heart during this sacred period of sacrifice and reflection.
Ramadan Kareem.
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| Businessman caught disposing of asbestos illegally Friday, 28 February 2025 28 February 2025
Drakenstein Municipality’s battle against perpetrators of illegal disposal of waste is continuing unabatedly. Another transgressor was recently caught in the act – dumping asbestos gutters along Roggeland Road in Paarl.
Asbestos is a hazardous waste type and extremely expensive for the Municipality’s Solid Waste Management division to … |
| Property valuations – here are the facts Friday, 21 February 2025
21 February 2025
The law dictates that all properties in South Africa should be evaluated and that all property owners should pay property tax. This is not confined to Drakenstein Municipality alone.
In accordance with the Municipal Property Rates Act 6 of 2004, properties are valued as per Section … |
| A clean environment is a safe and healthy environment Wednesday, 19 February 2025
A clean environment is a safe and healthy environment. To achieve that in Drakenstein, we all need to work together, take ownership of our environment, and not litter or dump refuse illegally.
Education and awareness raising are key aspects for ensuring a clean environment for our residents, businesses … |
| Do you agree with your new property valuation, or not Friday, 14 February 2025
14 February 2025Do you agree with your new property valuation, or not?
The new Drakenstein Municipality General Valuation Roll was made available yesterday (13 February 2025) for public inspection. Property owners or interested parties now have until 24 March 2025 to view the roll and, should they wish to, … |
| New Drakenstein Municipality valuation roll now available for viewing and objections Thursday, 13 February 2025 13 February 2025The new Drakenstein Municipality General Valuation Roll is available for public inspection from Thursday, 13 February 2025, to Monday, 24 March 2025. It is important for property owners to view the roll as their new property tax, which will be charged from 1 July 2025 onwards, will be … |
| Compliance with inverter, solar panel and battery installations Friday, 07 February 2025
7 February 2025
Drakenstein Municipality has received a number of enquiries by residents regarding the Municipality’s amnesty period for submitting building plans for inverter, solar panel and battery installations at their properties.
It is important to note that the National Building Regulations require the submission of building plans … |
| Paarl resident gets hefty fine and suspended jail sentence for illegal dumping Tuesday, 28 January 2025 28 January 2025Drakenstein Municipality is serious about dealing with those making themselves guilty of illegal dumping in its municipal area (covering Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Gouda, Saron, Hermon and Simondium in the Western Cape). This is the harsh lesson that one such resident recently learnt.
The man, who owns an erf … |
| Amnesty period granted for unauthorised alternative energy systems in Drakenstein Friday, 24 January 2025 24 January 2025Drakenstein Municipality has approved an amnesty period for property owners in Drakenstein (covering Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Gouda, Hermon, Saron and Simondium) who had installed alternative energy systems without obtaining all the necessary prior approvals. This amnesty period ends at midnight on 31 March 2025.
With Eskom's previous challenges … |
| Be safe in extreme hot weather conditions Thursday, 23 January 2025 23 January 2025
The South African Weather Service has issued a warning about extremely hot and uncomfortable conditions over the next few days. Daytime temperatures between 37°C and 42°C can be expected. Such weather conditions can have significant health impacts; therefore is it essential to take necessary precautions.
Please … |
| New Year's Day message by Executive Mayor Stephen Korabie Tuesday, 31 December 2024 31 December 2024
New Year's Day message by Executive Mayor Stephen Korabie
“As we welcome a new year, let us step forward with unity, hope and determination.
“2025 offers us an opportunity to build on our achievements, tackle our challenges, and create opportunities for all.
“Together, we can strengthen … |
| Meet Isuzi, our new superhero on 4x4 wheels! Friday, 20 December 2024 20 December 2024
Today, Drakenstein Municipality’s Fire and Rescue Services welcomed the brand-new fire engine, nicknamed Isuzi, to their fleet!
The Municipality received a R985 000 grant from the Western Cape Government, which made it possible for the Municipality to co-fund the new fire engine valued at R2.9 million. This … |
| Season's greetings from the Executive Mayor's office Friday, 20 December 2024
20 December 2024“As we come together to celebrate the festive season, I extend my warmest wishes to all the residents of Drakenstein. This time of the year reminds us to reflect on our shared experiences and the values that unite us as a community.“To those celebrating Christmas today, I … |
| Drakenstein Municipality reminds outstanding spaza shop owners to register before 28 Feb ‘25 Friday, 20 December 2024
20 December 2024Drakenstein Municipality is appealing to owners of spaza shops and other food-handling outlets in the municipal area, who have not yet adhered to the government’s call to register their businesses, to do so before the new extended deadline of 28 February 2025.This follows the announcement by Velenkosini … |
| Happy Reconciliation Day, Drakenstein! Monday, 16 December 2024
16 December 2024“Today, I wish each and every resident a day of reflection, unity and hope.“It is a time to gather with family and friends, to engage in meaningful conversations, and to foster a sense of understanding and compassion with one another.“Let us embrace this opportunity to connect, share … |
| Drakenstein Municipality ready to tackle lawlessness this festive season Friday, 13 December 2024
13 December 2024The festive season is officially here and Drakenstein Municipality, together with its safety partners, are committed to maintaining a safe environment for Drakenstein's residents and visitors alike.On Friday, 13 December 2024, it was all systems go in Berg River Boulevard, Paarl, when the Municipality's Safer Festive Season … |
| Dam owners asked to register them now Wednesday, 11 December 2024
Drakenstein Municipality calls on all owners of unregistered dams with a safety risk in Drakenstein to register their dams at the national Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). Owners of registered dams should also confirm their details. The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina, notified dam owners of … |
| Man appears in court in connection with Paarl Mountain fire Friday, 06 December 2024
4 December 2024A 42-year-old man has appeared in the Paarl Magistrates' Court in connection with this past weekend's devastating fire on the slopes of Paarl Mountain. This follows his arrest by Drakenstein Municipality's Law Enforcement division and the South African Police Service (SAPS) on Sunday afternoon, 1 December 2024.The … |
| Drakenstein Municipality aces 10th clean audit since 2011 Tuesday, 03 December 2024
3 December 2024Drakenstein Municipality has yet again received a clean audit opinion from the Auditor-General of South Africa, this time for the 2023/24 financial year. This is the Municipality's 10th clean audit and 17th unqualified audit opinion since 2011.
“This is a fantastic accomplishment and proof that our … |
| Drakenstein Municipality urges spaza shop owners to register before 6 December Tuesday, 26 November 2024 26 November 2024Drakenstein Municipality is calling on all spaza and house shop owners in Drakenstein, who have not done so yet, to heed President Cyril Ramaphosa's call to register their shops at the Municipality before 6 December 2024. This is to ensure that they respond to the President's appeal on … |
| Unsure if your prepaid electricity meter is reset? Find out here Thursday, 21 November 2024
Drakenstein Municipality can assure our municipal customers that we have successfully completed your prepaid electricity meters' formal auditing process. That means that if you purchase your electricity from Drakenstein Municipality, your meter has been accurately recoded and you will be able to buy electricity units without any hassles … |
| Drakenstein Municipality raising the bar in revenue management excellence Monday, 04 November 2024
Drakenstein Municipality was awarded the Excellence in Revenue Management Award at the recent Ontec User Conference 2024, for its exceptional leadership in driving revenue management through innovative utility solutions. According to Ontec, a South African smart technology company, the Municipality's strategic implementation of prepayment vending has significantly enhanced the … |
| Fireworks remains banned in Drakenstein Monday, 04 November 2024
1 November 2024 With Guy Fawkes Day taking place on Tuesday, 5 November 2024, Drakenstein Municipality (covering Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Gouda, Hermon, Saron and Simondium) wants to remind residents that it remains illegal to set off fireworks in the municipal area. It is also dangerous to both humans and … |
| Executive Mayor announces changes to Mayoral Committee Friday, 01 November 2024
1 November 2024 Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, announced changes to his Mayoral Committee at a Council meeting held on Tuesday, 29 October 2024. Alderman Koos le Roux remains the Speaker, and Alderlady Christephine Kearns the Chief Whip of the Municipality.Effective 1 November 2024, the members … |
| Upgrades to Huguenot Tunnel to provide economic boost for Western Cape Thursday, 31 October 2024
28 October 2024
Upgrades to the Huguenot tunnel, between Worcester and Paarl, will be completed in five years and will enhance the movement of people and goods, creating vital economic opportunities in the Western Cape.
Recently, the National Minister of Transport, MS Barbara Crecy, Western … |
| Matriculants can use their nearest Drakenstein library to prepare for exams Tuesday, 29 October 2024
17 October 2024 With the national matric exams starting this coming Monday, 21 October 2024, Drakenstein Municipality is supporting its matriculants by making 17 of the Municipality's libraries available for study purposes.At the libraries, matriculants can access study guides as well as online past exam papers and answers, provided … |
| Public swimming pools in Drakenstein are open Friday, 04 October 2024
2 October 2024Eagerly awaiting summer's warmer days to arrive, Drakenstein Municipality's public swimming pool and resort staff are ready to welcome residents to these facilities.All the public swimming pools in the Drakenstein municipal area reopened on Tuesday, 1 October 2024, for the new swimming season which will last until … |
| Drakenstein residents say no to Eskom's proposed 40% electricity tariff hike Tuesday, 01 October 2024
1 October 2024
Residents of Drakenstein, led by Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, braved the pouring rain yesterday morning (30 September 2024) as they took to the streets of Paarl in a peaceful community-driven march against Eskom's excessive proposed electricity tariff increase of 40%.Dr Ivan Meyer, … |
| ‘Tour de France of mountain biking’ making its debut at Paarl Mountain Thursday, 26 September 2024 26 September 2024Next year, Drakenstein Municipality will once again be a host destination for one of the most exhilarating and internationally sought-after multi-stage mountain bike races in existence, the Absa Cape Epic. There is nothing tame about it and this time the action is coming to Paarl - for no … |
| Fair Trade Cities and Towns Conference wraps up in Western Cape Thursday, 26 September 2024
The three-day Fair Trade Cities and Towns Conference wrapped up on Sunday at the Nederburg Wine Estate outside Paarl. This was the first time that this conference was presented on the African continent. Drakenstein Municipality was selected to be the host city in 2023 after it self-declared as a … |
| Nedbank Announced as Main Sponsor for KC107.7s Inaugural Councillor of the Year Award Friday, 20 September 2024
KC107.7, the leading community broadcaster in the Greater Paarl valley, is thrilled to announce Nedbank as the main sponsor for the station's inaugural “Councillor of the Year Award” for Drakenstein Municipality.
This prestigious award, launched in August 2024, aims to celebrate councillors who excel in serving their communities, aligning … |
| Fair trade has power to transform lives, communities and economies - Drakenstein Municipality Executive Mayor Friday, 20 September 2024
20 September 2024 “Fair trade has the power to transform lives, communities and economies," said Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality. “Obtaining Fair Trade City status has been a significant milestone in Drakenstein Municipality's growth and development. It marks our commitment to promoting fair trade practices and … |
| Drakenstein Municipality is against farmworker evictions Friday, 20 September 2024
20 September 2024Drakenstein Municipality wants to make it clear that it does not support farmworker evictions, neither does it evict farmworkers. In fact, the Municipality goes out of its way to intervene and assist in negotiations to avoid farmworker evictions. Its councillors and officials regularly meet with farm owners … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s EPWP section raises the bar with new project inspections Friday, 20 September 2024
Drakenstein Municipality's Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) stepped up its game with the introduction of new project inspection measures. These measures, including self-audits, pre-arranged project inspections and unannounced project visits, ensure that work is carried out efficiently and safely. This renewed focus on productivity is bringing great results.Three types … |
| Drakenstein Municipality assures customers prepaid electricity meters have been successfully reset Thursday, 19 September 2024
Drakenstein Municipality, covering Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Gouda, Saron, Hermon and Simondium in the Western Cape, has assured municipal customers in Drakenstein that it has successfully completed their prepaid electricity meters' formal auditing process.There are now only a few meters outstanding in the Drakenstein area, which the Municipality has soft-locked … |
| Solar panel installation legislation in Drakenstein remains unchanged Monday, 16 September 2024
16 September 2024Drakenstein Municipality (covering Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Gouda, Saron, Hermon and Simondium in the Western Cape) wants to reassure its residents and businesses that the installation process for alternative energy solutions in Drakenstein has not changed, as incorrectly stated in a local newspaper on 12 September 2024.It appears … |
| Drakenstein Municipality celebrated for excellence in waste management Monday, 09 September 2024
9 September 2024
Drakenstein Municipality was recognised for its innovative waste management practices at the recent annual Municipal Waste Recognition Competition, which highlighted exceptional waste management practices among municipalities in the Western Cape.
The awards ceremony, hosted by the Western Cape Government's Department of Environmental Affairs and … |
| Drakenstein Municipality Executive Mayor objects to Eskom’s proposed 40% electricity price hike Monday, 19 August 2024 19 August 2024Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, has written to the board of the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) to formally object to Eskom's proposed electricity price hike of an enormous 40%.The Executive Mayor said: “We understand the need to ensure the financial sustainability of … |
| Congratulations to the winners of the interschools matches between Gim vs Boys and Wellington High vs Charleston Hill Secondary Saturday, 03 August 2024
PAARL BOYS' HIGH AND PAARL GIMNASIUMCongratulations to Paarl Gim on being crowned 2024 Interschools champions
The chanting of supporters at the annual interschools clash between Paarl Boys’ High and Paarl Gimnasium at the Faure Street Stadium, Paarl, could be heard long after the final whistle was blown. The supporters, … |
| Happy Women’s Day from Drakenstein Municipality’s Executive Mayor Friday, 02 August 2024
Today and during the whole of August, we have an opportunity to celebrate the diversity and strength that women bring to our society.
May we always remember the contribution of women throughout history and strive to create a more inclusive and equal world for future generations.To all the remarkable … |
| It’s interschools and derby time in Drakenstein! Friday, 02 August 2024
Can you feel it?! Interschools and derby fever is here! The excitement of the various Drakenstein schools’ sports teams competing against one another is contagious.
The interschools and derbies taking place throughout Drakenstein not only bring local sporting communities and families together to celebrate this rich tradition, but they … |
| Additional payment option for settling your municipal account Wednesday, 31 July 2024
You now have an additional payment solution to settle your municipal account – Ozow Secure Payments.Ozow is a trusted and secure platform that ensures easy and reliable transactions. ✅ You will still have other options for making payments, including:Payment at a municipal officeOnline payment via EasyPayPayment at EasyPay outlets … |
| Dam wall failure successfully mitigated in Newton, Wellington Thursday, 25 July 2024
25 July 2024
After closely monitoring the 300-metre-wide Uitkyk farm dam above Newton, Wellington, over the last 10 days, Drakenstein Municipality's Engineering Services department - in consultation with the national Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and a dam engineering specialist - has confirmed that the risk of dam … |
| Proper waste disposal is everyone's duty - Report illegal dumpin Wednesday, 24 July 2024
23 July 2024
The recent heavy rainfall and localised flooding in some areas highlighted a critical issue in many of Drakenstein's communities: blocked stormwater drains.Drakenstein Municipality's Stormwater teams regularly clean stormwater drains, but with every step we are taking forward, it feels like we are taken one step back. … |
| Three arrested for cable theft in Paarl Monday, 22 July 2024
19 July 2024
Three arrested for cable theft in PaarlThanks to a tip-off from the community, Drakenstein Municipality's Law Enforcement officers and South African Police Service members successfully arrested three individuals for cable theft on Friday, 19 July 2024.Copper cables were also confiscated during the operation.Your cooperation is vital … |
| Supporting the Andrew Murray Children's Home for Mandela Day Thursday, 18 July 2024
18 July 2024
Representatives from Drakenstein Municipality's Social Development section recently visited the Andrew Murray Children's Home in Wellington, where they spent meaningful time with the Home's Child and Youth Care Workers.In honour of Mandala Day and #67minutes of service, our team “walked in the shoes" of the devoted … |
| Celebrating Mandela Day across libraries in Drakenstein Thursday, 18 July 2024
18 July 2024This Mandela Day, Drakenstein Municipality's libraries have been bringing warmth to our communities, both young and old.📚 Paarl: In partnership with 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day, they served the community with warm soup, and also handed out scarves and beanies to fend off the cold.📚 Wellington: … |
| Good news for evacuated Newton residents as authorities give them green light to return Sunday, 14 July 2024
14 July 2024
It is good news for the approximately 900 evacuated households of Newton, Wellington, as they have been given the green light to return home. Working in consultation with the Department of Water and Sanitation and a dam engineering specialist, Drakenstein Municipality’s Engineering Services department performed another … |
| Farm dam above Newton, Wellington, still unsafe – evacuated residents asked to stay put Saturday, 13 July 2024
13 July 2024Working in consultation with a dam engineering specialist, Drakenstein Municipality's Engineering Services department performed another onsite inspection this morning of the farm dam above Newton, Wellington, and has confirmed that it is not yet safe for evacuated residents to return given the rain forecast for tonight.
While … |
| More heavy downpours predicted - Drakenstein Municipality advises Newton residents to not go home yet Friday, 12 July 2024
12 July 2024
While the water level of the farm dam that is at failure risk above Newton, Wellington, remains unchanged for now, Drakenstein Municipality is asking residents who have voluntarily evacuated their properties to not go home yet.
This call comes in the light of a series of … |
| Residents of Newton, Wellington, urged to not return to their homes yet Thursday, 11 July 2024
11 July 2024
With heavy rainfall predicted for Drakenstein for later this afternoon and during the early hours of tomorrow morning, Drakenstein Municipality has urged residents of Newton in Wellington, who have evacuated their homes voluntarily, to not return to their homes yet and remain staying with family members … |
| Groups of residents evacuated as safety precaution in Newton, Wellington Wednesday, 10 July 2024
10 July 2024As a safety precaution, Drakenstein Municipality has decided to start evacuating groups of residents of Newton, Wellington, in the Western Cape after it was notified of a farm dam in the area being at risk of dam wall failure.
Due to heavy rainfall over the last couple … |
| No major damage reported in Drakenstein, disaster management teams on high alert Wednesday, 10 July 2024
9 July 2024While the Drakenstein municipal area has been experiencing consistent rainfall over the last couple of days, Drakenstein Municipality has not received any reports of significant infrastructure damage as a result of these downpours. All roads are open and monitored by the Municipality's Traffic Services, and no areas … |
| Drakenstein Traffic’s Cool Caren Wants to Be Everywhere to Help Monday, 01 July 2024
1 July 2024
Caren Victor is a familiar face in the streets of Drakenstein, where she passionately carries out her work on a daily basis. Whether people get a tad nervous when they see her and the distinctive blue lights accompanying her, is another question altogether.
After school Caren, … |
| Exciting training opportunities for unemployed Youth Wednesday, 19 June 2024
13 June 2024YOUTH WHO WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE
The Western Cape Government (WCG) Department of Infrastructure is inviting suitably qualified applicants residing in the Cape Winelands District to apply for Training opportunities in the Construction Sector. The Training program entails: Undergoing theoretical and practical training … |
| Youth Day Event: Empowering our future leaders Sunday, 16 June 2024
16 June 2024Drakenstein Municipality's Social Development section, in collaboration with Ward 29, held a fantastic Youth Day event in Wellington, emphasising the theme “Youth in Sport is Youth Out of Court”.
The Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie spoke passionately about the importance of education and urged our youth … |
| Library Programme - Winter Programme 2024 Friday, 14 June 2024
With the winter holidays on our doorstep, our libraries have several programmes on offer.
See the schedule for your area in the images.Please note that all programmes start at 10:00.
Bookings are not required, apart for the Readers Library.
View the complete list of activities here
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| Defying SA’s economic odds, Drakenstein Municipality finds winning recipe Thursday, 13 June 2024
11 June 2024The South African economy might have narrowly escaped a technical recession after shrinking by 0.2% in the third quarter of 2023 and growing by a mere 0.1% in the fourth quarter, but in Drakenstein in the Western Cape, the area's economy is experiencing the exact opposite. Growing … |
| Drakenstein Municipality Executive Mayor announces new Mayoral Committee Friday, 31 May 2024
31 May 2024
Drakenstein Municipality's Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie, this morning announced his new Mayoral Committee.
The Mayco members and their portfolios are:Alderman Gert Combrink: Deputy Executive Mayor and FinanceCouncillor Derrick America: Corporate and Governance Councillor Rita Andreas: Communication and Intergovernmental Relations (IGR)Councillor Avron Appollis: Public Safety … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s new Executive Mayor delivers first Budget Speech Friday, 31 May 2024
On Thursday, 30 May 2024 at 13:30, Drakenstein Municipality’s new Executive Mayor, Councillor Stephen Korabie, delivered his first Budget Speech and tabled the Municipality’s R4.1 billion budget, its largest to date, for the 2024/25 financial year. The Executive Mayor explained how the Municipality intends on dealing with challenges such … |
| Budget speech - LIVE STREAM Tuesday, 28 May 2024
28 May 2024The Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, Councillor Stephen Korabie, will deliver his annual budget speech this week.
Date: Thursday, 30 May 2024 at 15:30Venue: Council Chambers, Civic Centre, Paarl
The speech will be livestreamed on our Facebook page and YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@DrakensteinMunicipality1).
The links to the … |
| Cape Winelands District Municipality opportunities Thursday, 23 May 2024
Cape Winelands District Municipality opportunities CONSECUTIVE SIX (6) MONTHS INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAMME IN CHINA - (x10 OPPORTUNITIES)
The Cape Winelands District Municipality, Breedevalley, Drakenstein, Stellenbosch and-Witzenberg Municipalities hereby invites applications from registered and trading Small Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMME’s) in the Cape Winelands region who wishes to participate … |
| Cape Winelands Safety Summit: ‘Working towards a safer, more prosperous region for all’ Wednesday, 15 May 2024
15 May 2024
“The Cape Winelands region is renowned for its beauty, rich heritage, and world-class wine production. However, we know that safety concerns can impact our residents, visitors, and businesses. That is why this summit is so crucial," said Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, as … |
| ‘Nothing addresses poverty like a job’, says Executive Mayor Wednesday, 15 May 2024
15 May 2024 Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, once again emphasised the powerful role that job creation plays in alleviating poverty when he spoke at the recent opening of a renewable energy solutions provider's new cookware manufacturing plant in Paarl. The cookware is designed to address … |
| Arboretum update - Removal of dead trees and branches Tuesday, 14 May 2024 13 May 2024
We're making good progress in cleaning up the Arboretum in Paarl.
Thanks to the hard work of our teams and assistance from private wood cutters, we are on track to have all large fallen trees cleared by the middle of June 2024.
Branches … |
| Drakenstein Municipality renews commitment to combat Gender-Based Violence Monday, 13 May 2024 13 May 2024 Drakenstein Municipality proudly announces its continued participation in the 100 Days Challenge Against Gender-Based Violence, reaffirming our dedication to eradicating this pervasive issue from our communities. This initiative is a cornerstone of the municipality's comprehensive 365 Days Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.
As the only Municipality within the … |
| Prepaid electricity meters of Drakenstein Municipality customers successfully reset Friday, 10 May 2024
10 May 2024Drakenstein Municipality, covering Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Gouda, Saron, Hermon and Simondium in the Western Cape, is pleased to report that it has successfully completed the formal auditing process of prepaid electricity meters of municipal customers in Drakenstein.There are now only a few meters outstanding in the area … |
| How to pay your traffic fine Friday, 10 May 2024 5 Easy ways to pay your traffic fines 🚦
Paying your traffic fines does not have be a headache. There are various options available – see our quick guide below.
Pay at your bank or online – it's quick and simple. You can pay via an electronic funds transfer (EFT) … |
| Drakenstein Municipality launches ‘SA’s first’ sustainable tourism route Thursday, 09 May 2024
9 May 2024Drakenstein Municipality has launched what is said to be South Africa's very first sustainable tourism route. Crisscrossing the Paarl-Wellington destination, roughly one hour's drive from Cape Town, the new Winelands Sustainable Tourism Route features a blend of brand-new and established sustainable attractions that can be explored with … |
| Drakenstein Municipality ensures election poster compliance Wednesday, 08 May 2024
06 May 2024
Drakenstein Municipality ensures election poster compliance
Drakenstein Municipality's Law Enforcement officials have started to remove illegal or untidy election posters in its municipal area - in line with the municipal bylaw.
The Municipal Electoral Officer has communicated the bylaw stipulations for the display of election posters … |
| Winter is on its way: Is your home ready? Wednesday, 08 May 2024
08 May 2024As the winter approaches, it is important to make sure your home is safe and secure, and remains dry.
Here is what you can do:
Inspect and fix your roof. Look for leaks or damages both on the inside and outside. On the inside, check for … |
| The Green Ranger Project - Safeguarding Paarl Mountain and the Arboretum Tuesday, 30 April 2024
30 April 2024In response to rising concerns over safety and security in Paarl Mountain and the Paarl Arboretum, Drakenstein Municipality’s Department for Public Safety has taken action, in collaboration with its Parks team who takes responsibility for these areas.
Supported by the Municipality’s Law Enforcement unit, we have introduced … |
| Drakenstein Municipality on a winning streak Monday, 22 April 2024
22 April 2024
Drakenstein Municipality further solidified its reputation as a frontrunner in municipal excellence in South Africa when it was confirmed as Best Secondary City in the Western Cape and runner-up in the Best Municipality overall category at the Western Cape Government’s prestigious Service Excellence Awards on Friday … |
| Get a sneak peek into Drakenstein Municipality’s next big moves and give your input Monday, 08 April 2024
8 April 2024
Widely regarded as a municipality's five-year business plan, the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) is the single strategic plan that each municipality is required, by the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000 (MSA), to adopt for the development of the municipal area. The plan sets … |
| Drakenstein Municipality responds to gale force winds Sunday, 07 April 2024
7 April 2024
Drakenstein Municipality has been implementing comprehensive disaster management actions in response to gale force winds that have been hitting the municipal area since yesterday afternoon.
“Last night, we activated our emergency response teams from various departments to address urgent concerns, damage to infrastructure, homes and … |
| How you will be affected by Eskom’s bulk tariff increase Friday, 05 April 2024
5 April 2024
Drakenstein Municipality is aware that the recent announcement of Eskom’s bulk electricity tariff increase of 12.72% might be causing some confusion among residents. What Eskom’s announcement means, is that local authorities receiving their bulk electricity from Eskom, will be paying 12.72% more for bulk purchases from … |
| Drakenstein Municipality has a new Executive Mayor Friday, 05 April 2024
5 April 2024
Councillor Stephen Korabie has been elected and sworn in as the new Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality at a Special Council meeting held earlier today (5 April 2024) in the Wellington Town Hall.
A Proportional Representative (PR) Councillor for the Democratic Alliance (DA), Councillor Korabie received … |
| Wishing you a blessed Easter and a wonderful Family Day Thursday, 28 March 2024
On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I want to wish all our residents a peaceful and blessed Easter, and a Family Day filled with love, goodwill and happiness.
For Christians, Easter is a time of reflection, forgiveness and remembering the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made.
If you are travelling to … |
| Drakenstein Municipality rated top secondary city in SA in latest Governance Performance Index Monday, 18 March 2024
18 March 2024
Drakenstein Municipality has been rated the number one (1) secondary city for good governance in South Africa by the research and advocacy non-profit organisation Good Governance Africa in the Governance Performance Index (GPI) report of 2024. Stellenbosch Municipality ranked second in this category and George Municipality … |
| Ramadan Kareem Message By Acting Executive Mayor Tuesday, 12 March 2024 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗺On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I would like to wish all our Muslim residents a Ramadan Kareem.
May this holy month bring you and your family peace, prosperity, and spiritual fulfilment.𝗔𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸
𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗿: 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆
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| Statement by Alderman Koos le Roux, Speaker of Drakenstein Municipality Monday, 04 March 2024
4 March 2024
“In my capacity as Speaker of Drakenstein Municipality, it has come to my attention that rumours are doing the rounds, both inside and outside the Council, regarding Alderman Conrad Poole, the former Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality.
“The most pernicious of these rumours is that Alderman … |
| Deputy Executive Mayor, Alderman Gert Combrink, stands in as Mayor of Drakenstein Wednesday, 28 February 2024
28 February 2024
Alderman Conrad Poole was voted out as Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality at a Municipal Council meeting held earlier today (Wednesday, 28 February 2024). This followed a motion of no confidence in the Executive Mayor.
Out of 62 councillors present, in a secret ballot vote, … |
| Drakenstein Municipality stands by 2020 property valuations Wednesday, 28 February 2024
28 February 2024
Drakenstein Municipality stands by the property valuations that its independent Municipal Valuer conducted in 2020.
This is the gist of a report tabled at a Municipal Council meeting held earlier today (28 February 2024) in Paarl, following the investigation of an independent adjudicator into … |
| Western Cape Premier singles out Drakenstein Municipality’s innovative traffic light UPS system in SOPA Tuesday, 27 February 2024
23 February 2024
In his State of the Province Address (SOPA) earlier this week in Paarl, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde congratulated Drakenstein Municipality on its innovative primary traffic light Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) system, which helps ensure smooth traffic flow and road user safety during Eskom loadshedding. … |
| Welcoming message from the Executive Mayor's Office - Official Opening of the WCSOPA Monday, 19 February 2024 19 February 2024
“It is truly an honour for Drakenstein to be the host destination for today’s official opening of the Western Cape Parliament and State of the Province Address by Western Cape Premier Alan Winde. #WCSOPA2024
“Welcome to Speaker Daylin Mitchell, Premier Alan Winde, and the esteemed Members of … |
| Drakenstein Municipality extends warm Winelands welcome to Bavarian delegation Wednesday, 14 February 2024
8 February 2024
on 8 February 2024, Drakenstein Municipality in the Western Cape hosted a group of senior executives from the Bavarian Government, Germany. The delegation explored various aspects of governance, sustainability, engineering, and environmental conservation. This visit formed part of the group’s management development programme, headed up … |
| Spoil your love this February - Top Valentine’s destinations Friday, 09 February 2024
9 February 2024
We've compiled a go-to guide for heartwarming date destinations in Drakenstein this Month of Love. From outdoor movies or a grand afternoon tea, to even a picnic concert, discover our valley's unique date spots. Surprise your special someone with a Valentine's experience like never before. PICNIC/CONCERT … |
| Keep track of water and electricity consumption with new My Municipal Meter app Thursday, 01 February 2024 1 February 2024 Residents from Drakenstein (covering Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Gouda, Hermon, Saron and Simondium) in the Western Cape can now keep track of their water and electricity consumption by registering their meter readings directly on Drakenstein Municipality’s brand-new My Municipal Meter app.
By submitting photographs of their readings conveniently … |
| Urgent Road Closure Monday, 22 January 2024 Enquiries: ESTIENNE SCHREUDERContact number: 021 807 4636Reference: NOTICE OF ROADWORKSDate: … |
| Paper Wasp Infestation Tuesday, 16 January 2024 Paper wasp infestation: Important tips and adviceA surge of paper wasps has been observed in the Drakenstein municipal area.We urge all our residents to exercise caution, as paper wasps are territorial and will sting anyone who approaches their nest. Furthermore, they may invade your property and establish multiple nests. This … |
| Happy New Year from the Executive Mayor’s Office Monday, 01 January 2024 “As we bid farewell to the old and welcome the promise of the New Year, I want to wish all our residents a blessed 2024. May the coming year bring you renewed vigour and new opportunities.
“Let's embrace the possibilities that lie ahead and unite in our efforts to make … |
| Merry Christmas from the Office of the Executive Mayor Friday, 22 December 2023 “I extend my heartfelt Christmas greetings to everybody who celebrates this special day on the Christian calendar. This season is a time for joy, reflection, and shared moments with our loved ones.“May the spirit of Christmas fill your homes with love, laughter, and a sense of community. Let's take a … |
| Drakenstein Municipality impresses with overall Municipal Blue Drop Score of 94.1% Tuesday, 19 December 2023 19 December 2023Drakenstein Municipality has aced Blue Drop certifications for both its Welvanpas Water Treatment Works and Hermon Water Supply System, scoring an impressive 96% and 95.7% respectively. This took place at the Water and Wastewater Awards Ceremony held by the National Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in Gauteng … |
| Executive Mayor wishes Drakenstein residents a Happy Reconciliation Day Tuesday, 19 December 2023 Executive Mayor wishes Drakenstein residents a Happy Reconciliation Day“On this special day, I extend my warm wishes to all our residents. Reconciliation Day is a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when communities work together towards unity.
“I encourage all residents of Drakenstein to embrace the spirit of togetherness, … |
| Drakenstein Municipality launches Safer Festive Season Readiness Plan Wednesday, 13 December 2023
13 December 2023In preparation for the festive season, Drakenstein Municipality launched its Safer Festive Season Readiness Plan on Tuesday, 12 December 2023, together with its partners. The plan is designed to create a safe environment and to jointly facilitate processes around road and traffic safety, riverbank safety, safety at … |
| One-sided reporting by local media taken to a next level Wednesday, 13 December 2023 13 December 2023
Drakenstein Municipality is not surprised, but once again deeply disappointed and appalled by local media’s one-sided, irresponsible reporting of an internal, labour-related matter involving a high-ranking official at the Municipality.
Not only did the Paarl Post conveniently ignore the basic journalism principles of fair, balanced reporting, but … |
| Drakenstein Municipality and safety partners tackle lawlessness with new, dedicated public safety department Tuesday, 12 December 2023
12 December 2023With the safety of residents being a top priority for Drakenstein and its safety partners, Drakenstein Municipality recently took the bold step of establishing a new department solely dedicated to public safety.
Operational since 1 November 2023, the public safety department is headed up by the newly … |
| Fire safety tips campaign 2023 Tuesday, 12 December 2023
12 December 2023
Press ReleasesTIP 1 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀🕯️
Let's make this festive season merry and SAFE! Stay tuned to our page for regular fire safety tips.Be sure to share this information with your friends and family too.#𝗧𝗜𝗣 𝟭: 𝗕𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀🕯️ 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀 … |
| Drakenstein Municipality to host first international Fair Trade Towns Conference in Africa Thursday, 07 December 2023
6 December 2023Drakenstein Municipality is honoured to have been chosen as the host destination of the very first International Fair Trade Towns Conference in Africa, set to take place from 20 to 22 September 2024 in Paarl and Wellington.
This will be the 17th international conference of its kind, … |
| Generator Do’s and Don’ts Wednesday, 06 December 2023 6 December 2023
Since Eskom loadshedding has become an everyday phenomenon in South Africa, many local businesses and residents have resorted to back-up generators to work around power outages.
Drakenstein Municipality wants to remind our community that there are various regulations and bylaws that govern the installation and use … |
| Important Information for the Festive Season: Dates and Operational Hours Monday, 04 December 2023
4 December 2023
With the festive season just around the corner, take note of the following important dates.
Traffic centres
Drakenstein’s respective traffic centres will be open for transactions until 13:00 on 22 December 2023, and will reopen their doors on 2 January 2024.
Take note of the … |
| Drakenstein Municipality aces 5th back-to-back clean audit Thursday, 30 November 2023 30 November 2023
Drakenstein Municipality is thrilled to announce that it has aced its fifth back-to-back clean audit opinion from the Auditor-General of South Africa for the 2022/23 financial year. This is the Municipality’s ninth clean audit and 16th unqualified audit opinion.
“This is a great achievement and a … |
| Drakenstein Municipality joins Mbeko Eco Club in clean-up initiative Wednesday, 29 November 2023
22 November 2023On the morning of 22 November, Drakenstein Municipality's Environmental and Solid Waste Management divisions joined forces with the Mbeko Eco Club for a successful clean-up initiative. Together, the volunteers filled nearly 70 bags with solid waste and pollutants, playing their part in ensuring a cleaner environment.
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| Let us stand together and say no to gender-based violence Friday, 24 November 2023 As we start this years international campaign of 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children, which is held annually from 25 November to 10 December, I want to ask the residents of Drakenstein to join me and Drakenstein Municipality in standing up against gender-based violence (GBV). … |
| Drakenstein Municipality invites you to ‘reroute to Paarl-Wellington’ Thursday, 23 November 2023
23 November 2023
From 6:00 to 9:00 this morning, Drakenstein Municipality’s two-day-long summer tourism launch campaign continued with a live radio broadcast from Laborie Estate in Paarl.
Aden Thomas and Tara Lee from the Heart FM Breakfast team are exploring the heart of Paarl … |
| Drakenstein Municipality invites you to ‘reroute to Paarl-Wellington’ Thursday, 23 November 2023
23 November 2023
From 6:00 to 9:00 this morning, Drakenstein Municipality’s two-day-long summer tourism launch campaign continued with a live radio broadcast from Laborie Estate in Paarl.
Aden Thomas and Tara Lee from the Heart FM Breakfast team are exploring the heart of Paarl and Wellington … |
| Let us stand up against gender-based violence Thursday, 23 November 2023
23 November 2023Today (Thursday, 23 November 2023) we launched our 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children Campaign.
Annually from 25 November to 10 December, the world shines a light on the international fight against gender-based violence (GBV), but Drakenstein Municipality pledged our commitment to … |
| Unpleasant odour in Wellington due to smouldering Friday, 17 November 2023
17 November 2023
Drakenstein Municipality’s Fire and Rescue Services are closely monitoring the situation at the Wellington Wastewater Treatment Works where smouldering at the maturation ponds is causing an unpleasant odour in the Wellington area. This followed after a fire had spread to the maturation.
ponds.
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| R1.4bn upgrade project kicks off at Paarl Wastewater Treatment Works Wednesday, 08 November 2023
2 November 2023
Drakenstein Municipality’s new R1.4bn Budget Facility for Infrastructure (BFI) project will help the Municipality to ensure the suitable treatment of wastewater which will assist in preserving the Berg River, a vital source of life in the area. It will also enable the Municipality to, at a … |
| Fireworks still banned in Drakenstein Friday, 03 November 2023
3 November 2023
On the eve of Guy Fawkes Day, celebrated annually on 5 November, Drakenstein Municipality would like to remind its residents that not only it is illegal to set off fireworks in the municipal area (covering Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Gouda, Hermon, Saron and Simondium), but it is … |
| Proud Drakenstein pledges solid support to Boks Friday, 27 October 2023
27 October 2023The history books couldn’t have orchestrated it any better: the final of all finals!
As excitement is mounting for the epic final of the 10th edition of the Rugby World Cup, Drakenstein Municipality pledges our solid support to the Springboks to be the team lifting the Web … |
| Executive Mayor wishes our matrics well with their final exams Friday, 27 October 2023
26 October 2023Our matriculants will soon start writing what is probably the most important examination of their lives, and on behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I want to wish all of them the very best.
Remember, exams can be stressful, so it is important to equip yourself with the right … |
| Ensuring cleanliness and safety in Wellington - Disinfecting hotspot locations Thursday, 26 October 2023
26 October 2023The Municipality’s Solid Waste department’s street sweeping team delivers a disinfecting service at several hotspot locations in Wellington. This service takes place each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
The hotspots are as follows:
• Melling Street• Joubert Street• Willys and Gallico• Short Street• Prins Street• Rose Street
The disinfecting process:
• Application … |
| Matriculants can now use their nearest library to prepare for exams Thursday, 26 October 2023
26 October 2023With the national matric exams starting on Monday, 30 October 2023, Drakenstein's libraries are now open to matriculants for study support. As Drakenstein Municipality, we recognise the challenges students face during exams and have created study-friendly spaces for them in our libraries. "We offer matriculants study guides … |
| Eskom loadshedding still poses operational challenges for wastewater treatment works Tuesday, 24 October 2023
24 October 2023
Drakenstein Municipality is working hard to restore its sewerage processes to optimal treatment capacity, following earlier persistent high-stage Eskom loadshedding.
At our Wellington and Paarl Wastewater Treatment Works, the long-term effect of erratic loadshedding remains an operational challenge. It causes reduced oxygen supply … |
| Public swimming pools in Drakenstein open and ready to welcome visitors Thursday, 12 October 2023
12 October 2023
The swimming season is here and the Drakenstein Municipality staff at the various public swimming pools and resorts in Drakenstein are ready to welcome residents to these facilities.
All the swimming pools in the Drakenstein municipal area reopened on Sunday, 1 October 2023, for the swimming … |
| Drakenstein Municipality launches Paarl East Street Museum - heritage route with a difference Thursday, 05 October 2023 Press Release
4 October 2023
On World Tourism Day, 27 September 2023, Drakenstein Municipality launched a heritage route with a difference, the Paarl East Street Museum Route featuring 25 meaningful sites that tell the story of the diverse and historical significance of Paarl East in the Western Cape. … |
| Important weather and municipal services update 25 September 2023 Monday, 25 September 2023
Drakenstein Municipality assures our residents that we are working around the clock to keep services up and running and ensure the safety of everyone in the current severe weather conditions. View the important contact details at the end of this post.
We want to remind our residents to please … |
| Weather warning for Level 9 on 24 September 2023 Sunday, 24 September 2023
Following a Provincial Disaster Management meeting with various stakeholders on the weather warning for Level 9 storms expected tonight in Drakenstein and other areas, the City of Cape Town is currently slowly releasing water out of the Wemmershoek Dam to lower dam levels.The Wemmerhoek Dam’s Spillway Gate is currently … |
| Investing in people, planet and prosperity this tourism month! Thursday, 21 September 2023
September is Tourism Month in South Africa! Destination Paarl-Wellington will be showcasing how we are implementing this year’s World Tourism Day theme, “Tourism and Green Investments – Investing in People, Planet and Prosperity”, through a range of programmes, projects and initiatives.
The tourism sector’s recovery journey has not … |
| Drakenstein Municipality first in Africa to implement pioneering green electricity technology by Schneider Electric Friday, 15 September 2023
Press release
14 September 2023
Drakenstein Municipality in the Western Cape province of South Africa has become the first municipality in Africa and South Africa, and the third in the world to implement specific, cutting-edge green electricity technology. It has adopted Schneider Electric’s green RM AirSeT air-powered ring … |
| Simondium Housing Project kicks off with official sod-turning ceremony Tuesday, 05 September 2023
5 September 2023
On Friday, 1 September 2023, as the country welcomed the start of a new season, so too the residents of Simondium near Paarl in the Western Cape welcomed a new season in their lives at a sod-turning event which symbolised the start of the Simondium … |
| Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality commends the women of Drakenstein Tuesday, 08 August 2023
“This month, we celebrate the remarkable contributions of the women of Drakenstein.
“As Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, it is my privilege to wish all our women a blessed month. Your strength and resilience inspire us all!
“During this special month and throughout the year, let us … |
| Emergency Municipal Loadshedding Relief Grant (EMLRG) fully utilised Tuesday, 18 July 2023 Emergency Municipal Loadshedding Relief Grant (EMLRG) fully utilisedDrakenstein Municipality has spent its full R6 million Emergency Municipal Loadshedding Relief Grant (EMLRG) allocation received from the Western Cape Department of Local Government.Installations of the 500kVA generator at the Paarl Wastewater Treatment Works reactor and 220kVA generator at Perold Water Pump Station … |
| Vitality Netball World Cup Trophy Tour stops in Drakenstein! Friday, 07 July 2023
Yesterday afternoon (6 July 2023), the Vitality Netball Trophy Tour made a stop at Paarl East SUPERSPAR as part of its Western Cape leg. Drakenstein Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Alderman Conrad Poole attended the event alongside Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Anroux Marais and Netball South Africa … |
| Vitality Netball World Cup’s Cape Town 2023 Trophy Tour on its way to Paarl Wednesday, 05 July 2023
“As Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, I am delighted to welcome the Vitality Netball World Cup 2023 Trophy Tour to Drakenstein. As part of its Western Cape leg, the Trophy Tour will make a stop at Paarl on Thursday afternoon, 6 July 2023. Anroux Marais, Western Cape Minister of … |
| Drakenstein kicks off 62nd Berg with old-fashioned canon shot Wednesday, 05 July 2023
5 July 2023 Earlier today (Wednesday, 5 July 2023), the Market Street Bridge in Paarl was a hive of activity as the 2023 Berg River Canoe Marathon got underway. This year, there was a twist to the starting ceremony. Alderman Conrad Poole, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, had the … |
| Eid al-Adha message by Executive Mayor Conrad Poole Wednesday, 28 June 2023
“As we approach the joyous occasion of Eid al-Adha, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt wishes to all those celebrating this sacred festival.
On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I acknowledge the significance of this special day in the spirit of unity and gratitude.
“Also known as the … |
| More rain and wet weather predicted for Drakenstein Tuesday, 27 June 2023
The South African Weather Service has predicted more adverse weather conditions for the Western Cape for the next couple of days.Drakenstein Municipality encourages our residents, businesses and rural areas to please take precautions, and to clear their homes' gutters and downpipes from leaves and debris - to prevent obstructions … |
| Drakenstein Municipality responds with comprehensive disaster management actions to floods Thursday, 22 June 2023
Press Release22 June 2023Drakenstein Municipality has been implementing comprehensive disaster management actions in response to the heavy rainfall and floods that recently hit this area, as well as other areas in the Western Cape. “The Municipality immediately identified high-risk areas and activated our emergency response teams, who comprise trained … |
| Executive Mayor Conrad Poole welcomes World Rugby U20 Tournament to Drakenstein Thursday, 22 June 2023
Press Release
“On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I am excited to welcome our guests to the highly anticipated World Rugby U20 Championship – taking place from 24 June to 14 July 2023. It is an honour to have all the players, coaches, officials, sponsors and supporters grace our region … |
| Executive Mayor Conrad Poole wishes our dads a blessed Father’s Day Sunday, 18 June 2023
“Today, as we celebrate Father’s Day, I have the privilege of addressing you as the Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality. This occasion gives us an opportunity to honour the invaluable role that fathers play in our lives and communities.
“What an honour to be called ‘Dad’, ‘Pa’ or ‘utata’. … |
| Executive Mayor Conrad Poole wishes Drakenstein a happy Youth Day Friday, 16 June 2023
15 June 2023
“On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I extend my heartfelt wishes to all our young people on this significant day.
“I am reminded of the words of Kailash Satyarthi, children’s activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner, who once said, ‘the faces of young people are the faces … |
| 500 kVA back-up generator installed at Paarl Wastewater Works (reactors) Thursday, 15 June 2023
The roll-out of Drakenstein Municipality's Eskom loadshedding resilience plan is well underway, with the 500 kVA back-up generator installation at the Paarl Wastewater Works (reactors) being completed. Drakenstein Municipality received a R6 million Emergency Municipal Loadshedding Relief Grant (EMLRG) allocation from the Western Cape Department of Local Government. Despite … |
| Explore the beauty of the Cape Winelands Thursday, 15 June 2023
Therapy does not have to be expensive when immersing yourself in the beauty of the Cape Winelands.
Read about how you and your loved ones can enjoy all our nearby nature reserves within the Winelands area.
Plan your next trip with CapeNature, they are excited to host you! … |
| Public-Private Dialogue engages private sector stakeholders in the agri-processing sector Monday, 12 June 2023
12 June 2023
Climate change impacts will have direct consequences for water security, and to this end Drakenstein Municipality and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) – a member of the World Bank Group – have partnered. The objective of the partnership is to identify, promote and implement policy and … |
| Municipal drinking water clean and adhering to national standards Friday, 09 June 2023
Press release
9 June 2023
Drakenstein Municipality is aware of a video that is circling on social media, claiming that Paarl residents should be careful of drinking municipal tap water. The video, showing small organisms in water that allegedly came from an outside tap at a private residence in … |
| Media statement - no cholera cases in the Western Cape Friday, 09 June 2023
8 June 2023 MEDIA STATEMENT: NO CHOLERA CASES IN THE WESTERN CAPE Western Cape Government Health and Wellness can confirm that we have not had any cases of cholera in the Western Cape. We want to assure our communities that our health teams are on alert to detect any … |
| These are the best managed municipalities in SA today Friday, 09 June 2023
6 June 2023The Office of the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) has published its annual review of local municipalities, covering the audit results for the 2021/22 financial year. Only 15% of South Africa's 257 municipalities achieved a clean audit. The report shows a continued decline in the financial … |
| We're celebrating World Environment Day Tuesday, 06 June 2023
This morning, Drakenstein Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Alderman Conrad Poole, and several members of the Mayoral Committee wrapped two trees outside the Paarl Civic Centre in green.
The occasion? Today is World Environment Day, and this year’s theme is #BeatPlasticPollution – our collective reminder that people's actions on plastic pollution … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s 2023/24 budget, its largest to date, strikes balance between economic growth and caring for poor Friday, 02 June 2023 Drakenstein Municipality’s 2023/24 annual budget focuses on enabling economic development to stimulate job creation, alleviate poverty and improve people’s lives, while at the same time maintaining financial sustainability.
“We want to grow Drakenstein as a thriving, caring and highly efficient city, for our people to live, work and play in," … |
| Drakenstein Municipality pulls out all stops to host successful Presidential Imbizo Friday, 26 May 2023 Drakenstein
Municipality was the selected venue for the sixth Presidential
DDM (District Development Model) Imbizo that took place in the Western Cape
last week.Working together with National Government, Western Cape Government and Cape Winelands District Municipality colleagues, Drakenstein Municipality flew the region's flag high and pulled out all stops to ensure that President … |
| Drakenstein Municipality makes good progress with procurement of back-up generators Tuesday, 23 May 2023
Drakenstein Municipality has made good progress with the procurement of back-up generators linked to the R6 million Emergency Municipal Load Shedding Relief Grant (EMLRG) allocation received from the Western Cape Department of Local Government.
Service providers have received the purchase orders for the generators which will be installed at … |
| Service Excellence Awards: Drakenstein Municipality officially Western Cape’s best secondary city Tuesday, 16 May 2023
16 May 2023 It is official! Drakenstein Municipality is the Western Cape's best secondary city and runner-up in the Best Municipality category of the 8th Provincial Government's Service Excellence Awards. It shares this place with Swartland Municipality, while Overstrand Municipality claimed the top spot. The awards ceremony was held … |
| Executive Mayor Conrad Poole wishes our mothers a blessed Mother’s Day Sunday, 14 May 2023
“The saying ‘the hand that rocks the cradle is the hand that rules the world’ tells us just how important mothers are in our communities, our country, and our world.
“As Executive Mayor, I wish all the mothers in Drakenstein a Happy Mother’s Day 2023! May the gratitude and … |
| Drakenstein Municipality geared with Eskom loadshedding resilience plan - in partnership with Western Cape Department of Local Government Monday, 08 May 2023
Together, Drakenstein Municipality and the Western Cape Department of Local Government are taking on the challenges of continuation of critical basic services during Eskom loadshedding.
The Western Cape Government awarded Drakenstein Municipality an Emergency Municipal Loadshedding Relief Grant (EMLRG) allocation of R6 million, to be spent on back-up generators … |
| Freedom Day Message by Executive Mayor Conrad Poole Thursday, 27 April 2023
“Today marks a significant anniversary in South Africa’s history. It is an honour to commemorate how far we have come as a nation. Freedom Day is indeed a time for celebration, as it provides an opportunity for South Africans from all walks of life to renew their commitment to … |
| Eid Message by Executive Mayor Conrad Poole Friday, 21 April 2023 Friday, 21 April 2023
“The day has come for Drakenstein’s followers of Islam to rejoice and celebrate Eid.
“The festival of Eid al-Fitr brings together people from across the community to mark the end of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan.
“I wish our Muslim community and … |
| Property Valuations - Here are the facts Friday, 21 April 2023
20 April 2023
The Paarl Post, which promotes itself as the so-called “Voice of Drakenstein”, has once again misled Drakenstein’s residents with its editorial and report, “Waardasie van eiendom bekyk”, in today’s edition (20 April 2023).
The newspaper quotes Erik Marais, a director of a company that performs valuations … |
| Vote for Paarl as the kykNET #kwela Town of the Year winner Thursday, 20 April 2023 Voting lines close on 21 April at 12:00 (noon).
Hᴏᴡ ᴛᴏ ᴠᴏᴛᴇ:
1. Send an SMS with the word ‘Paarl’ to 33157.2. One SMS equals one entry and costs R1.50.3. Only 30 text messages are allowed per number.
The Western Cape town with the most votes will … |
| Drakenstein Municipality cracks down on problem buildings Wednesday, 19 April 2023
19 April 2023
The opening of the Drakenstein Municipal Court in Paarl on 1 December 2022 paved the way for Drakenstein Municipality to officially start cracking down on owners of dilapidated, unsightly buildings in the area. These premises not only create an eyesore and hamper potential investment, development … |
| Notice of date change - Municipal Planning Tribunal Meeting Tuesday, 18 April 2023
Residents are informed that the Municipal Planning Tribunal Meeting that was scheduled for 26 April 2023, has been rescheduled to take place during May 2023. The new date will be communicated on the Municipality’s website and social media platforms.
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| Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality hands over houses to Vlakkeland beneficiaries Friday, 14 April 2023
On 13 April, twenty-two (22) beneficiaries received the keys to their new homes as part of the Vlakkeland Housing Project in Paarl. Alderman Conrad Poole, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, had the honour of handing over the houses.
“Today has been made possible thanks to the excellent collaboration and … |
| Easter message by Alderman Conrad Poole, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality Thursday, 06 April 2023
On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I wish our residents a blessed Easter. May this weekend be a time to renew your faith, as well as an opportunity to rest and be rejuvenated.
Easter celebrations reflect on peace and forgiveness, and provide a special opportunity for families and … |
| Drakenstein Municipality welcomes delegates from City of Neumarkt, Germany Tuesday, 04 April 2023
These delegates are visiting the municipal area to discuss current as well as future projects to be implemented under the Climate and Sustainability Partnership between the two cities.
The City of Neumarkt and Drakenstein Municipality has an existing Climate and Sustainability Partnership in place that originated in 2014. … |
| Mbeko Eco Club and Drakenstein Municipality team up for World Water Day - Berg River Watershed Journey Friday, 24 March 2023
23 March 2023
Clean water is essential for life, and Drakenstein’s Mbeko Eco Club is dedicated to protecting the area’s water resources. The club’s mission is to improve and protect the water quality of the Berg River waterways, as well as watersheds within the river’s catchment area in Mbekweni. … |
| Executive Mayor Conrad Poole wishes our Muslim community Ramadan Mubarak Thursday, 23 March 2023
23 March 2023
On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I want to wish all our Muslim residents and their loved ones Ramadan Mubarak.
May peace, gratitude, and forgiveness fill your home during this holy month.
Executive Mayor Alderman Conrad Poole
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| Executive Mayor thanks group of Paarl East women for selfless community service Wednesday, 22 March 2023 On 21 March, Drakenstein Municipality hosted a well-attended event in celebration of Human Rights Day, and a group of women’s selfless dedication to their community.
Local children from Chicago in Paarl East are fortunate to have a team of dedicated "Caring Moms" on their side – a group of … |
| Executive Mayor Conrad Poole wishes residents a happy Human Rights Day Tuesday, 21 March 2023
“Today, it is my honour to wish the whole of our beautiful Drakenstein community – one that is vibrant and rich in culture – a happy Human Rights Day.
As South Africans we have learned that our differences are what make us strong as a nation, and the same … |
| Keep sewage manholes and stormwater drains clean to prevent overflows and pollution Monday, 20 March 2023
Drakenstein Municipality is appealing to our residents to please refrain from dumping household refuse and general rubbish in sewer and stormwater drains, manholes and rainwater channels. These water conduits are critical for reticulating normal sewer and stormwater effluent, especially when these systems are under severe pressuring during the winter … |
| Drakenstein Library Week March 2023 Friday, 17 March 2023
Drakenstein Library Week Programmes20–26 March 2023 DATELIBRARYACTIVITIESMonday20 March 2023DrakensteinSpelling competition (Ou Rechtersvlei Farm)GoudaStorytelling – Bakersfield Primary schoolHermonBook TastingKlein DrakensteinLibrary Education: What you can do with your library card.MbekweniThe members of the Elderly Social Club in the area will read stories to Grade 3 learners in the library.Two sessions 9:00 … |
| Drakenstein Municipality reinforces three-pronged Eskom Loadshedding Resilience Plan Thursday, 16 March 2023
16 March 2023
The generation of energy is a National Government competency and responsibility. Local government’s core focus and funded mandate is to render municipal services such as water, sanitation, waste management, electricity reticulation, and roads and infrastructure.
Drakenstein Municipality takes its responsibility serious and will focus on … |
| Nominate Paarl or Wellington or both for ‘Kwela Town of the Year’ now! Wednesday, 15 March 2023 14 March 2023
The people of Drakenstein know that we’re staying in the best towns in South Africa, but does the rest of the country?
We have top schools, age-old vineyards and architecture, mouth-watering wines and food, the friendliest people, and we have sport in our blood!
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| Lies being spread about so-called Yara ‘poisoning’ in Paarl Monday, 13 March 2023
10 March 2023
Drakenstein Municipality wants to caution the community of Drakenstein not to believe the lies and slanderous statements being spread on social media by a particular individual that municipal officials are responsible for or condoning so-called “poisoning” by the Yara fertiliser handling and bagging facility in Charleston … |
| Drakenstein Municipality urges businesses to register EFF threats of violence with SAPS Monday, 13 March 2023 13 March 2023Drakenstein Municipality has urged any business, organisation or institution in Drakenstein that receives threats of violence or looting to take place on Monday, 20 March 2023, to lay a complaint of intimidation with their nearest police station and inform the Municipality thereof.“The safety of our people and business … |
| Drakenstein Municipality’s street trolley waste picker pilot project halted Wednesday, 01 March 2023
28 February 2023
Alderman Conrad Poole, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, has on receipt of a report regarding the street trolley waste picker pilot project and a subsequent recommendation by Dr Johan Leibbrandt, the City Manager, took a decision that the pilot project be cancelled.
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| Drakenstein Municipality to assist Rooiland families with housing starter kits Wednesday, 01 March 2023
In breakthrough and direct discussions today between Drakenstein Municipality and five (5) families whose illegal structures were removed from Rooiland, Paarl East, earlier this month, it was decided that the Municipality will issue the families on Monday with housing starter kits.
It was agreed that the five (5) families … |
| Drakenstein Municipality to render humanitarian support to family of Rooiland gunshot victim 16 February 2023 Friday, 17 February 2023
Earlier today, the mother of Kiano Calvin Samuels who died tragically in Rooiland, Paarl East, on Tuesday, 7 February 2023, approached Alderman Conrad Poole, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality, for assistance with her son’s funeral.Alderman Poole met personally with Carol Samuels and again extended his and the Municipality’s condolences … |
| Rooiland: Unlawful remains unlawful Thursday, 16 February 2023 Drakenstein Municipality wants to make it very clear that we will not be legalising any unlawful actions. Rooiland in Paarl East is an open municipal space and we will not be allowing the erection of any illegal structures in this area, or in any other area in Drakenstein.
We find … |
| Drakenstein Municipality addresses a possible cause of bad odour Tuesday, 07 February 2023
Press release (follow-up)Drakenstein Municipality addresses a possible cause of bad odour
3 February 2023
Following complaints of a bad odour in the Drakenstein area, Drakenstein Municipality launched a comprehensive investigation into two possible sources which operations fall under its control and jurisdiction: the Wellington Landfill Site; and the … |
| Reject Eskom proposed tariff hike with the contempt it deserves - Executive Mayor Friday, 23 September 2022 Statement by Alderman Conrad Poole, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality:
“Today I want to add my voice to those who are objecting to Eskom’s ridiculous proposed hike of 32% in the price of electricity. Our consumers are already suffering due to the prohibitive cost of living, including high food … |
| Speed cameras in place Friday, 09 September 2022 Press Release9 September 2022
Drakenstein Municipality is responsible for traffic law enforcement, including speed control, in our municipal area.
We understand that misinformation printed by local media - based on unconfirmed sources and despite being provided with the facts by the Municipality - created the impression that speed … |
| 'To plant a tree is a symbol of hope', says Executive Mayor Friday, 02 September 2022 Drakenstein Municipality's Mayoral Arbor Day event was held at the Paarl Arboretum today (Friday, 2 September 2022) and it coincided with the opening of the new Eco Classroom at the northern entrance of the Arboretum.
Other activities included tree planting, exhibitions, arts and crafts, a photo booth and cycling.
The … |
| Drakenstein Municipality declares New Orleans Park unsafe due to adverse weather conditions Wednesday, 31 August 2022 Drakenstein Municipality, in conjunction with the Cape Winelands District Municipality, has declared New Orleans Park in Paarl East unsafe to live in due to adverse weather conditions. Currently families who had been evicted earlier from the "Blou Huis" are living in the Park.
Last night (30 August 2022) strong … |
| Drakenstein Municipality celebrates Women’s Day 2022 Tuesday, 09 August 2022 Press Releases9 August 2022Drakenstein Municipality today celebrated National Women’s Day by equipping local women with the necessary skills to defend and protect themselves.The event, held at Eurolux Boland Park Cricket Stadium in Paarl, attracted approximately 60 women and was attended by the Executive Mayor, Alderman Conrad Poole, members of his … |
| UPS roll-out at Drakenstein traffic lights gets momentum Monday, 08 August 2022 Press Releases8 Aug 2022Drakenstein Municipality (covering Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Gouda, Saron, Hermon and Simondium in the Western Cape) is moving along swiftly with its programme to install Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) equipment at traffic signal installations to ensure they remain active for as long as possible during Eskom loadshedding, or … |
| Opening of Drakenstein Municipality Court postponed Monday, 08 August 2022 Press Releases8 August 2022 The opening of the Drakenstein Municipal Court, planned for 1 August 2022, has been postponed as the appointment of the presiding magistrate by the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is still being finalised.Drakenstein Municipality is eagerly awaiting the appointment of the magistrate by the Department, … |
| Drakenstein Municipality welcomes harsh sentences for cable thieves Wednesday, 03 August 2022 Press Release3 Aug 2022Drakenstein Municipality is serious about fighting the scourge of cable and copper theft and Alderman Conrad Poole, Executive Mayor, has welcomed the recent conviction and harsh sentences of four cable thieves.In the first case three men were convicted for the theft of streetlight cables and other items … |
| Mandela Day message by Executive Mayor Conrad Poole Monday, 18 July 2022 Press Release18 July 2022“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived; it is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.”On the day that the world dedicates to our former President, Nelson Rolihlahla … |
| Bainskloof Pass between Wellington and Ceres open again Friday, 24 June 2022 Press Release24 June 2022The Bainskloof Pass between Wellington and Ceres has been reopened for traffic after being closed for extensive road works.In 2018, the Western Cape Department of Transport and Public Works awarded ERO Engineers a contract for the periodic maintenance of a section of MR27 and MR201, better known … |
| Cable thieves caught in the act Wednesday, 18 May 2022 Press Release17 May 2022Drakenstein Municipality’s Law Enforcement Section, together with the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Mbekweni, arrested two suspected cable thieves near Drommedaris Street in Mbekweni early on Tuesday, 17 May 2022.While the members were busy with a joint operation they spotted the suspects, who were busy burning … |
| Celebrating World Fair Trade Day 2022 Saturday, 14 May 2022 Press Release14 May 2022"Those who least impact climate change, should not be the ones paying the most for it. Drakenstein Municipality stands for Climate Justice and the equal distribution of the burden of climate change," says Alderman Conrad Poole, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality.Today we celebrate World Fair Trade Day … |
| Eid message by Executive Mayor Tuesday, 03 May 2022 Press ReleaseEID MESSAGE BY EXECUTIVE MAYOR CONRAD POOLEToday marks a very important day on the religious calendar of all followers of Islam. Eid al-Fitr (“the feast of breaking the fast”) marks the end of Ramadan, a month-long period of fasting for Muslims.The charitable aspect of the day is what I … |
| Drakenstein Municipal Court gets green light from Minister of Justice Tuesday, 19 April 2022 The Drakenstein Municipal Court has been given the green light to start operating by the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola.
The Municipal Court is a division of a Magistrates’ Court that focuses on the handling of municipal matters such as traffic violations, the breach of building … |
| Human Rights Day Message by Executive Mayor Conrad Poole Monday, 21 March 2022 HUMAN RIGHTS DAY MESSAGE BY EXECUTIVE MAYOR CONRAD POOLE:Few people could imagine that we would live in a time that is seeing reportedly the largest attack on a European country since the Second World War, a time that is seeing an ongoing global pandemic that has already changed our lives. … |
| Construction of over 400 units in Vlakkeland project to commence in the 2022-2023 financial year Thursday, 17 March 2022 STATEMENT BY THE WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS:Construction of over 400 units in Vlakkeland project to commence in the 2022/23 financial yearOver 331 housing units have been completed in the Vlakkeland housing project in the Drakenstein Municipality. The Western Cape Department of Human Settlements (WCDoHS) has ensured that these … |
| MMC Avron Appollis visits Wellington crime hotspots Friday, 11 March 2022 Councillor Avron Appollis, Drakenstein Municipality's Mayoral Committee Member for Public Safety, visited crime hotspots in Wellington on Friday with some members of his team.
The Spruit River, where daily patrols will come into effect on Monday, was also visited.MMC Appollis was accompanied by amongst others Saul Jacobs, Manager: Municipal Law … |
| Drakenstein Municipality reminds residents to settle outstanding debt Wednesday, 19 January 2022 Drakenstein Municipality wishes to thank all our consumers who
diligently pay their consumer accounts. We are fully aware that some of
our consumers are facing tough economic challenges due to COVID-19. The
Municipality reminds consumers that they can, as was already the case
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| Condolences Journal for Emeritus Archbishop Desmond Tutu Thursday, 30 December 2021 The
Journal will be accessible and available to members of the public at
different venues within the municipal boundaries where they can write a
message of support to the family.The members of the public can also lay a wreath if they wish to do so.The dates and … |
| Condolences Journal for Emeritus Archbishop Desmond Tutu Thursday, 30 December 2021 The Journal will be accessible and available to members of the public at different venues within the municipal boundaries where they can write a message of support to the family.The members of the public can also lay a wreath if they wish to do so.The dates and venues are:30 December … |
| Drakenstein Municipality continues to help victims of Dromedaris fire Thursday, 23 December 2021 Drakenstein Municipality is continuing to provide humanitarian relief aid to the victims of the devastating fire that occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning in Dromedaris Street, Mbekweni.
On first count it was established that approximately 99 informal dwellings were destroyed and 162 people were left homeless, but … |
| Drakenstein Municipality continues to help victims of Dromedaris fire Thursday, 23 December 2021 Drakenstein Municipality is continuing to provide humanitarian relief aid to the victims of the devastating fire that occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning in Dromedaris Street, Mbekweni.
On first count it was established that approximately 99 informal dwellings were destroyed and 162 people were left homeless, but … |
| Making sure driving is a pleasure in Drakenstein this festive season Wednesday, 15 December 2021 Press releases14 December 2021Gearing up for the festive season and making sure driving in Drakenstein is a pleasure for our visitors and residents, Drakenstein Municipality is hard at work fixing potholes and beautifying our city.From 29 November to 3 December 2021, our Roads teams have repaired no less than 115 … |
| Drakenstein Municipality receives its seventh (7th) clean audit Friday, 10 December 2021 Press Release10 December 2021Drakenstein
Municipality is proud to announce that it has received a clean audit
opinion from the Auditor-General of South Africa for the 2020/21
financial year. This is the Municipality’s seventh clean audit and 14th
unqualified audit opinion. It is the result of uncompromising … |
| 16 Days of activism message by Executive Mayor Conrad Poole Tuesday, 30 November 2021 Media Release30 November 2021
We are approaching the start of the 16 Days of Activism Campaign, which is held annually from 25 November to 10 December.
However, the success of this campaign rests on our daily individual and collective actions to safeguard our society against this cycle of abuse. That … |
| Consistently trailblazing smart sustainable practices, Drakenstein walks away with WCape’s 2019 Greenest Municipality Award Saturday, 27 November 2021 Press Release27 November 2019An environmentally conscious city caring for the planet and the next generation, Drakenstein Municipality continually pioneers cutting-edge sustainable management practices. At last night's Western Cape Greenest Municipality Competition, this commitment was officially recognised when Drakenstein Municipality won the 2019 Greenest Municipality Award in the Western Cape.Swartland Municipality … |
| Condolences to the family of former State President FW de Klerk Thursday, 11 November 2021 Press Releases11 Nov 2021Drakenstein Municipality wishes to extend our sincerest condolences to the family and loved ones of former State President FW de Klerk, who died earlier today.One of South Africa's four Nobel Peace Prize Laureates, De Klerk served as State President from September 1989 until May 1994.He lost his … |
| 'Blou Huis' evictees’ move from New Orleans Park to Schoongezicht–here are the facts Friday, 03 September 2021 Press Release3 September 2021‘Blou Huis’ evictees’In 2016, a group of residents known as the “Blou Huis” group was evicted from a farm in Drakenstein. This followed a court order brought by the owner of the farm on which they were staying.Drakenstein Municipality did not evict the group. The Municipality’s role … |
| Credit control to be applied to previously indigent consumers who did not lodge appeals Tuesday, 24 August 2021 Press Release24 August 2021Previously indigent consumers who did not lodge an appeal and whose indigent status was not reinstated, should note that Drakenstein Municipality will apply credit control and debt collection measures, and suspend the provision of subsidised services to them which include prepaid electricity units.Earlier this year, the Municipality … |
| 60th Berg River Canoe Marathon message by the Executive Mayor Conrad Poole Wednesday, 04 August 2021 Press release4 Aug 2021On behalf of Drakenstein Municipality, I want to welcome all the participants, sponsors and all other role-players to this very special edition of the Berg River Canoe Marathon.This year the Berg is celebrating its 60th anniversary and it is indeed a very special achievement. Congratulations to all … |
| Berg Marathon postponed to early August 2021 Friday, 30 July 2021
Press release30 June 2021A loyal and committed supporter of the Berg River Canoe Marathon, Drakenstein Municipality takes note that the event had to be postponed to 5-8 August 2021 due to COVID-19 alert Level 4 restrictions. The Municipality is looking forward to celebrating the 60th anniversary of this ultimate … |
| Credit control to be applied to previously indigent consumers from 1 August 2021 Wednesday, 28 July 2021 Press Release28 July 2021Previously indigent consumers who did not lodge an appeal before 27 July 2021 and whose indigent status was not reinstated, should note that Drakenstein Municipality will apply credit control and debt collection measures from 1 August 2021, and suspend the provision of subsidised services to them which … |
| Cleaning Project in Van Wyksvlei Monday, 26 April 2021 Press releaseTOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
More residents from Drakenstein Municipality are taking it upon themselves to clean and beautify their neighbourhoods and recently Mr Aldin Nyman from Hanover Street, Van Wyksvlei, Wellington, took the lead in such a project.Christephine Kearns, Member of the Mayoral Committee responsible for Parks, … |
| Christmas Message by Executive Mayor Conrad Poole Tuesday, 22 December 2020 Christmas is traditionally a time that family and friends gather to celebrate the birth of Christ and to spend time with those who are most important to them. It is a time to count our blessings and to reflect on the year that has passed.
I want to wish … |
| Application for Paarl fertiliser blending plant extension approved Friday, 11 December 2020 Press release12 November 2020An application by the Yara fertiliser blending plant to extend their operations in Paarl has been approved, provided that the company adheres to several stringent conditions before and after the completion of the extension.These conditions include: the introduction of various measures to mitigate environmental impact; a condition … |
| Bike2Work Thursday, 03 December 2020 Press releaseDrakenstein Municipality’s first Bike2Work day will take place this Friday, 4 December 2020, and cyclists across Drakenstein are gearing up for the event. The Bike2Work day is part of a wider campaign to encourage residents and staff to take up a more active, healthier lifestyle in what is increasingly … |
| By-election 11 Nov 2020 | Drakenstein Municipality Ward 10203003 Thursday, 12 November 2020 Press releaseBY-ELECTION: 11 NOVEMBER 2020 – DRAKENSTEIN MUNICIPALITY: WARD 10203003
In terms of the Local Government: Municipal Structures Act, 1998, and following the declaration by the City Manager, Drakenstein Municipality, of a vacancy in Ward 10203003, the Electoral Commission conducted a by-election on 11 November 2020 and the vacancy was … |
| Be river safe this summer Saturday, 12 September 2020 Press release7 December 2020Drakenstein is well known for its hot summer days with temperatures reaching into the high 30s and beyond. As a result, the people of Drakenstein (Paarl, Wellington, Mbekweni, Saron, Gouda, Hermon and Simondium) generally flock to water sources such as swimming pools and rivers to cool off, … |
| Cable theft hurts us all Friday, 11 September 2020 Press Release11 September 2020South Africa is experiencing a rapid increase in the criminal act of cable theft. This is a crime that affects everyone as it has an impact on the delivery of crucial services, primarily the provision of electricity, public transport, and telephone and Internet services.Power outages, often caused … |
| Auditor General Report-Drakenstein Municipality among top achievers in financial management in SA Friday, 03 July 2020
Press release3 July 2020Drakenstein Municipality has once again been acknowledged for the way it runs its financial affairs. The Municipality is the largest municipality in South Africa and the only one of the country’s 19 secondary cities and eight metros to receive a clean audit opinion for the 2018/19 … |
| Breakdown of Drakenstein Civid-19 cases per town and area Friday, 19 June 2020 Press release19 June 2020Here follows a breakdown of the positive COVID-19 cases for the different towns in the Drakenstein municipal area, and the different areas within Drakenstein’s towns as at 18 June 2020, received from the Western Cape Government.Allocation is based on accuracy and completeness of address data received.
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| Auditing of prepaid electricity meters Thursday, 12 March 2020 Press releasesDrakenstein Municipality asks our community to please assist the Municipality by granting our meter inspectors access to your home to inspect the effectiveness of your prepaid electricity meter.
The purpose of the meter audit is to ensure that the prepaid meters in the field are operating properly. These meter … |
| A partnership that gives hope and opportunity to ‘raw’ talents Tuesday, 10 March 2020 Press releaseThe Western Cape Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with Drakenstein Municipality, exposed 8 learners from the Paarl School of Skills to the possibilities of a career in agri-processing.The learners, a teacher and a member of the support staff attended training at Elsenburg’s AgriHub for three days, where they were … |
| Bringing Christmas cheer to Saron Friday, 06 December 2019 Press Releasec The Festival of Lights is an annual municipal event celebrating the arrival of the festive season.On Wednesday, 27 November 2019, the Drakenstein Municipal Council decided to include Saron in this year’s programme.Taking place from 30 November to 14 December 2019, the Festival of Lights is a major regional … |