To date, we have vaccinated 188 172 persons in the Overberg District, this includes health workers (as part of the Sisonke trial) and educators.   

The rollout of the booster shots to health care workers who participated in the Sisonke trial continues in the Overberg. We thank them for doing the right thing in boosting their immunity as we move into the busy Festive period when the fourth wave is expected. We also call on all the other healthcare workers to take up this booster shot – not just for them, but for their patients they care for, and the loved ones they will be seeing over this period. “We want to keep you safe during the 4thwave. Please take the J&J booster vaccine, which is available now, to ensure you are protected. It has proven to be safe and effective,” says Dr Mouton, Clinical Manager in Overstrand Sub-District. 

Six months into the COVID-19 vaccination rollout there are still people who are hesitant about getting vaccinated due to so much misinformation being circulated on social media. The Western Cape Department of Health continues to combat the spread of misinformation as it leads to false information which is then taken as the “truth”. The Department has throughout the pandemic, for more than 20 months kept the public informed through its credible, accurate information sharing portal on https://coronavirus.westerncape.gov.za/vaccine/ 

This portal is rich of accurate information, which includes: 

• Frequently Asked Questions about the vaccine 
• Vaccine safety in general 
• Vaccines and pregnancy 
• And much more 

We once again appeal to everyone who has not yet been vaccinated, to visit this website and educate yourself with proven, research and scientific information on how the vaccine was developed, how safe it is and how great it protects you against the virus. We also encourage you to speak to your doctor, so that you get the facts from a source you trust. 

We know not everyone has data to visit this website, which is why it is zero-rated and you do not need data to view or download any of the resources. If you know of someone who may not have access to technology, download and share the resources with them. 

The right information is a fingertip away. Make the right choice, be informed by evidence and let it guide you in getting vaccinated. 
 
Extending incentives to other age groups 

The National Department has now also extended the R100 grocery voucher to those aged 50 years and older going for their first dose. So, when you go for your first dose, you are not only getting protection through vaccination, but you also get a R100 voucher to buy essentials. 

Don’t delay, go today, and get vaccinated so you can be protected! 

ENDS  

Published 2021-11-23

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in terms of Section 29, read with Section 18(2) of the Local Government: Municipal Structures Act, 117 of 1998 (as amended), that the 1ST MEETING of the NEW COUNCIL of OVERBERG DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY will be held in the GLASKASTEEL COMMUNITY HALL, RECREATION STREET, BREDASDORP on MONDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2021 at 11:00.
The inauguration of the new council will be livestreamed on YouTube: OverbergDM. The link will be posted on the ODM Facebook Page (facebook/OverbergDM) on the day of the meeting.

N Kruger
Municipal Manager (Acting)
26 Long Street
Bredasdorp, 7280

Published 2021-11-22

Notice is hereby given in terms of section 127(2) of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), 2003 (Act 53 of 2003), read in conjunction with section 21A of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act 32 of 2000), that the complete Draft Annual Report for the 2019/2020 financial year was tabled at the Municipal Council meeting on 25 October 2021.

The above documents can be viewed on the municipal website at www.odm.org.za. Comment, inputs or representations should be sent to mdunn@odm.org.za by no later than 29 November 2021.

Due to the current threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, hard copies can unfortunately not be made available to the public at traditional strategic points across the region. Copies will however be accessible at the Overberg District Municipality’s head office, 26 Long Street, Bredasdorp for inspection – telephone 028 425 1157.

Persons who cannot read or write may visit Mr K Theunissen at the head office for assistance in compiling their comment, inputs or representations.

DP BERETTI
MUNICIPAL MANAGER
OVERBERG DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY