GEORGE NEWS - George Municipality announced the appointment of Godfrey Louw as the new municipal manager this afternoon. Louw's appointment is effective from yesterday 15 April. His term will extend until a year after the next local government elections in 2026.
Louw, a highly experienced and respected public administrator, brings nearly 35 years of local government experience, with over 15 years in senior management roles.
His extensive background spans various leadership and administrative positions in municipalities across the country, most recently serving as Acting Municipal Manager of George since October 2024.
He holds an Honours Degree in Public Administration, a Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law, and a Municipal Minimum Competency (MMC) qualification, a combination that provides both academic depth and practical expertise in governance and labour-related matters.
His previous appointments include:
- Acting Municipal Manager: George Municipality (2024–2025)
- Acting Deputy Director: Human Resources, George Municipality (2021)
- Municipal Manager: Eden District Municipality (2008–2017)
- Municipal Manager: Berg Rivier Municipality (2007–2008).
Earlier in his career, Louw also held various roles in Saldanha Bay, Kouga, Uitenhage (Kariega), and within the former House of Representatives Administration.
Mayor Ald Jackie von Brandis welcomed the appointment: “Mr Louw has already demonstrated outstanding leadership, steering the municipality with a steady hand since taking over in an acting capacity.
"His appointment brings continuity, stability, and an incredible wealth of institutional knowledge to the role. We have full confidence in his ability to take George forward with integrity, professionalism, and a firm commitment to responsive and people-centred governance.”
Mr Louw’s leadership is expected to further enhance service delivery, strengthen administrative systems, and support the municipality’s strategic development agenda.
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