Press Releases

Kouga welcomes completion of R220m road rehabilitation project

13 Oct 2026

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As South Africa observes National Transport Month in October, Kouga Local Municipality has welcomed the completion and official handover of the R331 Road Rehabilitation Project between Humansdorp and Hankey, highlighting the importance of infrastructure investment in connecting communities, supporting economic growth and improving road conditions. A packed Vusumzi Landu Hall and messages of support from the community reflected the importance of improved roads to residents, businesses and road users across the region. The R220 million project was officially handed over by the Eastern Cape Department of Transport.

Kouga’s beaches fly the flag for coastal excellence in 2026/2027 season

09 Oct 2026

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Kouga Local Municipality’s commitment to protecting its coastline while delivering exceptional beach experiences has once again been recognised, with Dolphin Beach in Jeffreys Bay and Cape St Francis Beach retaining their prestigious Blue Flag status for the 2026/2027 season. The municipality’s Green Coast sites, JBay Supertubes and Paradise Beach, also continue to showcase Kouga’s commitment to protecting its natural coastal environment. The awards were announced last night at the annual Blue Flag and Green Coast Awards Ceremony, recognising coastal destinations that uphold high standards of environmental management, water quality, safety, public information and environmental education. The Blue Flag status for Dolphin Beach will run from December 2026 to April 2027, while Cape St Francis Beach will fly the Blue Flag from December 2026 to February 2027.

Kouga Local Municipality’s R200m road upgrade rolls into Phase 3

08 Oct 2026

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Kouga Local Municipality’s R200 million Road Rehabilitation and Reseal Project is entering its third phase, extending the municipality’s investment in safer, more resilient and better-maintained road infrastructure to Humansdorp and communities across the Gamtoos Valley. Phase 3 was officially launched today, 8 October 2026, in Nico Malan Street, Humansdorp, marking the next step in the municipality’s drive to improve road infrastructure across the region. Launched in November 2025, the multi-year programme is being rolled out in phases across Kouga. To date, approximately 28km of roads have received asphalt overlays, covering about 193 000m², while a further 33km have been resealed, covering approximately 215 000m².

JBay set for jam-packed December programme with JBay GrootFees 2026

08 Oct 2026

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Jeffreys Bay is set to come alive this festive season with a jam-packed programme of music, entertainment, family activities and community events running from 17 to 31 December 2026, anchored by the inaugural JBay GrootFees 2026 at Main Beach. Presented by Kouga Local Municipality, in partnership with Afrikaans is Groot and Colesky Artists, JBay GrootFees will take place on 17 and 31 December, bringing a star-studded line-up of South African artists to Jeffreys Bay. The opening JBay GrootFees on 17 December will feature Ons, Jacobus, Demi Lee Moore, Kurt Darren, Early B and Gertjie, while the year-end celebration on 31 December will feature Dodo, Blackbyrd, Eloff, Prime Circle, Emo Adams, Jakkalsvibes and Gertjie, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display.

Kouga leads the way with first municipal Battery Energy Storage System in SA

28 Sep 2026

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Kouga Local Municipality is leading the way in municipal energy innovation with the commissioning of South Africa’s first municipal-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in St Francis Bay. The R24 million project is designed to help Kouga manage growing electricity demand, reduce costly peak-period electricity purchases and improve the municipality’s ability to restore power to residents more quickly. The system, which has a capacity of 2MW;5MWhr, can discharge 2MW of power for up to five hours.

Kouga supports Pellsrus Primary’s environmental competition success

28 Sep 2026

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Kouga Local Municipality congratulates the learners of Pellsrus Primary School in Jeffreys Bay on their outstanding achievement in the 2026 Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) Environmental Competition. The school secured first place at regional level, before going on to represent the Sarah Baartman Region at provincial level, where the learners achieved an impressive second position. Participating under the theme “A Green & Smart Generation for a Better Future,” the learners demonstrated their knowledge and understanding of environmental protection, conservation and current environmental challenges facing communities and the natural environment.

John Hammond – Guarding with heart, mind and prayer

24 Sep 2026

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Upon entering Kouga Local Municipality’s Woltemade Building, one figure has quietly become a cornerstone of both safety and spirit. John Hammond, a security officer with 16 years of experience, has spent the past six years serving at Woltemade. But his impact extends far beyond the uniform he wears.

More than 1 500 archers to take aim in Jeffreys Bay

24 Sep 2026

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More than 1 000 archers from across South Africa, accompanied by their families, coaches and supporters, will descend on Jeffreys Bay this spring when Africa Genesis Archery (AGA) South Africa hosts its 2026 National Championship from 28 September to 2 October 2026. The prestigious championship will be hosted at the four-star Mentors Country Estate just outside Jeffreys Bay, with total visitor numbers expected to reach approximately 2 500 over the course of the event. The championship is being presented with the support of Kouga Local Municipality as the main sponsor, helping bring one of the country’s largest archery events to the Eastern Cape.