GEORGE NEWS - George Municipality confirms that the intersection of Knysna Road and Madiba Drive remains fully closed following a sewer mainline failure that occurred on 22 December 2025.

The affected intersection has been secured as an active construction site, with appropriate barricades and safety measures in place to protect road users and nearby residents.

A temporary sewer solution has been successfully implemented to ensure continuity of essential services. The Municipality is currently in the process of sourcing the required materials to permanently replace the damaged sewer line, with repair work scheduled to commence in January 2026.

The intersection will remain closed until further notice.

Members of the public are advised to avoid the area and make use of the approved detour routes. Motorists are urged to exercise caution and to strictly adhere to all traffic signage and instructions in the vicinity.

George Municipality will provide further updates should there be any changes to the situation.

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