Nothing sweet about Pacaltsdorp's traffic jam

Members of the Provincial Legislature, including former George mayor Leon van Wyk, Brett Herron of the Good Party and Basil Petrus of the PA, joined the Western Cape Mobility Minister, Isaac Sileku, for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new Go George transfer facility in Pacaltsdorp on Tuesday morning.

- Michelle Pienaar

Despite the completion of this R17.6m project on the corner of Beach and Panther streets, many residents have voiced their ongoing frustrations on Facebook, noting daily traffic jams when travelling from Pacaltsdorp to town.

The upgrade forms part of ongoing improvements to the George Integrated Public Transport Network and included major roadworks, the construction of raised traffic islands, widened pedestrian sidewalks, additional lanes and a dedicated bus bay at which Go George bus drivers can safely stop to pick up and drop off commuters. The facility also provides sheltered waiting areas.