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Council considers impact of labour costs on IUDG-funded projects

George MunicipalityRef: https://www.george.gov.za/council-considers-impact-of-labour-costs-on-iudg-funded-projects/

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Source domain: george.gov.za

Collected on 28 September 2026

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What this means

This is a George Municipality news article about Council’s approval of the 2026/2027 Consolidated Capital Expenditure Framework and its discussion of labour costs on IUDG-funded infrastructure projects. It explains that higher wage costs could reduce funds available for construction and employment, while noting that the EPWP offers temporary work opportunities. It also reports that projects must still receive funding through the annual budget process before proceeding.

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temporary public works employmentNot applicable

Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) temporary work

The Expanded Public Works Programme provides temporary work and income opportunities for more people while infrastructure projects are being implemented, at the applicable EPWP rates.

Who it is for
People who may benefit from temporary work during project implementation
How to act on it
No application or contact route is stated; temporary work is provided through the EPWP as projects are implemented.

The document's recorded date is 28 September 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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He said the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) also provides an opportunity for more people to benefit from temporary work and earn an income while projects are being implemented, at the applicable EPWP rates.

Facts

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George Local Municipality, Western Cape

Reference

https://www.george.gov.za/council-considers-impact-of-labour-costs-on-iudg-funded-projects/

Key Takeaways

  • George Municipality approved the Consolidated Capital Expenditure Framework for 2026/2027
  • Special Council sitting held online on 28 September 2026
  • Discussion concerned labour costs on Integrated Urban Development Grant-funded projects
  • Patriotic Alliance counter proposal concerned industry-related wage rates and contractual wage requirements
  • Projects require annual budget approval and available funding before proceeding
  • EPWP provides temporary work opportunities at applicable EPWP rates
  • George Municipality
  • Dean O’Neill
  • Expanded Public Works Programme
  • Integrated Urban Development Grant
  • Patriotic Alliance
  • Cllr Raphael Goeieman
  • Cllr Marcell Kleynhans
  • Department of Employment and Labour