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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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Municipal officials set for Comrades Marathon
Municipal officials set for Comrades Marathon

Sibongile Nelo from the Properties Department and Marlon Mortlock from Parks and Recreation will proudly represent both Knysna Municipality and the Knysna Marathon Club at the 98th Comrades Marathon, taking place on Sunday 14 June 2026. This year’s up run from Durban to Pietermaritzburg covers approximately 87 kilometres and must be completed within a 12-hour cut-off time. Acting Municipal Manager Boy Ngubo, Executive Deputy Mayor Morton Gericke, Knysna Executive Mayor Thando Matika, Speaker Mark Willemse and Community Services Chairperson Phindile Petros Ngubo have extended their best wishes to these inspirational runners. Mayor Matika said that both officials are experienced Comrades runners. “Sibongile has completed the Ultimate Human Race three times, while Marlon boasts an impressive 14 finishes. Their commitment, discipline and perseverance both in the workplace and on the road are truly commendable and continue to inspire colleagues and residents throughout the Greater Knysna area. “To qualify for – and…

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