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West Coast District Municipality includes the five local municipalities of Bergrivier, Cederberg, Ma

29/10/2026

CONTROLLED BURNING: FINAL DAY

The final day of controlled burning is underway between Ganzekraal Holiday Resort and Grotto Bay.

Fire and Rescue Services personnel are on-site monitoring the operation. There is no need to report the fire.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Motorists are urged to reduce speed and exercise caution when travelling along the R27 past the affected area.

29/10/2026

Home Affairs - Extention of Operational Hours.

28/10/2026

Controlled burning is continuing between Ganzekraal Holiday Resort and Grotto Bay.
Fire and Rescue Services are on site and monitoring the situation.

There is no need to report this fire.

Motorists travelling along the R27 are urged to reduce speed and exercise caution when passing through the area.

Thank you for your cooperation.

27/10/2026

Public Notice: Controlled Burn Planned Along the R27 Between Ganzekraal and Grotto Bay

West Coast District Municipality (WCDM), in collaboration with relevant authorities and stakeholders, is planning a controlled vegetation burn along sections of the R27 road reserve between Ganzekraal and Grotto Bay today at 9:00 am.

The planned control burn forms part of proactive fire-management measures aimed at reducing the risk and potential spread of veld fires along this section of the R27 highway, better known as the West Coast road.

Over the past few years, several fires have occurred along the R27 road and the Silwerstroom Road. Some of these fires have been caused by vehicle accidents or vehicle fires, while others have resulted from human negligence and fires starting within the road reserve.

The proposed control burn is intended to reduce the available fuel load within the road reserve and create a wider firebreak between the R27 and surrounding properties and vegetation. By treating the road reserve, the existing cleared area created by the R27 and the road reserve could provide a combined buffer of up to approximately 45 metres in certain sections.

Necessary approvals were obtained and the operation will be conducted in phases from designated points along the R27, with firefighting and operational resources positioned at the respective starting points.

Members of the public, motorists, nearby landowners and residents are requested to be aware of the planned control burn and to follow any instructions issued by officials during the operation. The burn may result in visible smoke in the area for a limited period. The public is requested not to report the controlled fire as an uncontrolled veld fire unless there is an immediate concern or the fire appears to be spreading beyond the designated burn area.

West Coast District Municipality thanks residents, landowners, motorists and stakeholders for their cooperation and support in strengthening fire safety in the region.

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26/10/2026

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22/10/2026

CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTABILITY (CoA)

Food Safety Compliance: Regulation 638 of 2018

21/10/2026

PARTNERSHIP TO STRENGTHEN FIRE RESPONSE

West Coast District Municipality’s Fire and Rescue Services has partnered with Santam to strengthen veldfire response through mobile firefighting units positioned closer to agricultural areas.

The initiative aims to reduce response times, improve early intervention and prevent veldfires from spreading, helping protect farms, livelihoods, communities and the natural environment.

Fire Chief Bertus Senekal said the strategic positioning of firefighting resources closer to high-risk areas would strengthen the ability to contain fires before they spread.

Executive Mayor Alderman Boffie Strydom welcomed the partnership and thanked Santam for its commitment to protecting the West Coast. He highlighted the importance of partnerships that strengthen emergency response capacity and safeguard communities, the agricultural sector and the livelihoods that depend on it.

Dennis Geldenhuys, Santam’s Business Development Manager for the Agri Sector, emphasised that proactive prevention and early intervention can help reduce fire damage and associated insurance claims.

The partnership demonstrates the value of collaboration between local government and the private sector in building safer, more resilient communities across the West Coast.

Greater Cederberg Fire Protection Association

21/10/2026

WCDM HOLDS FINAL COUNCIL MEETING OF THE TERM

The West Coast District Municipality (WCDM) is currently holding its final Council meeting for the current term in the Council Chambers in Moorreesburg.

The meeting marks the conclusion of the current Council’s term, providing an opportunity to reflect on the work undertaken and acknowledge the contributions of councillors throughout the term.

Executive Mayor, Alderman Boffie Strydom, thanked councillors for their hard work, dedication and commitment throughout the term and wished them well in their future endeavours.

Chief Whips representing the various political parties were also given the opportunity to address Council. They expressed their gratitude for having served on the WCDM Council and thanked the administration for its support and cooperation.

During the meeting, Cllr Gerrendina Stephan was recognised with the title of Alderman, an honour traditionally bestowed in recognition of distinguished service and significant contributions to local government.

WCDM extends its sincere appreciation to all councillors for their role in providing political oversight, supporting governance processes and contributing to the municipality’s work throughout the term.

Thank you to all councillors for your service to the West Coast District and its communities.

21/10/2026

COLD AND WET WEATHER ACROSS THE

Cold and wet weather conditions are being experienced across parts of the broader region.

Stay warm, stay safe, and take extra care on the roads.

20/10/2026

New Vacancies at WCDM.

Click: https://westcoastdm.co.za/vacancies-2/

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Address

58 Lang Street
Moorreesburg
7310

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:00
Thursday	08:00 - 16:00
Friday	08:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+27224338400

Website

http://www.westcoastdm.co.za/

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