Bidding Opportunities

The municipality’s Supply Chain Management (SCM) department manages the supply and acquisition of various goods and services to or on behalf of the municipality. These include tenders for construction works, general and professional services, and the selection of contractors to assist in the provision of municipal services. We also strive to ensure that the municipality’s […]

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Lagoon Update

One of the most prominent landscape features in the Greater Knysna area is the Knysna Estuary, or lagoon as commonly referred to. Other than being a major tourist attraction for leisure activities, it also boasts considerable conservation importance with it ranking 3rd of South Africa’s estuaries in terms of botanical importance, 8th in terms of […]

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Mission & Vision
Mission & Vision

Vision INCLUSIVE * INNOVATIVE * INSPIRED As Joseph Francis once wisely said, “Community engagement requires…

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Important Documents
Important Documents

Section 21A of the Local Government Municipal Systems Act, No 32 of 2000, stipulates that…

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Mayor’s Office
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Directorates
Directorates

We are committed to offering and sustaining service excellence to the people of Greater Knysna,…

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Council & Agendas
Council & Agendas

The Knysna Town Council is the executive body of the municipality and is responsible for…

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Awards & Recognition
Awards & Recognition

Many Western Cape municipalities rank as the best performing municipalities in South Africa. Knysna Municipality…

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Knysna is open for business and welcomes visitors to a water-wise destination
Knysna is open for business and welcomes visitors to a water-wise destination

Knysna, along with many parts of the Garden Route and Western Cape, is a water stressed destination, a reality shared by communities across South Africa. The town remains fully open, welcoming and ready for visitors, with a proactive and responsible approach to water management across the tourism sector. Ms Lungiswa Goya, Manager: Economic Development at the Knysna Municipality, said that the town continues to operate normally, with water-saving measures in place. “Our accommodation providers, restaurants and tourism operators are open, with extensive measures in place to ensure water is used efficiently, responsibly and thoughtfully.” “Across the destination, tourism businesses have implemented water-saving systems and operational practices, including low-flow fittings, greywater reuse, rainwater harvesting and staff training, ensuring that no drop goes unused or wasted, with visitor comfort remaining a priority.” Elmay Bouwer from the Greater Knysna Business Chamber (GKBC) said that tourism businesses across Knysna and the surrounding areas remain…

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