The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality hereby informs residents, funeral undertakers and all affected stakeholders that due to ongoing adverse weather conditions, flooding and waterlogged conditions, no burials will be permitted at the following municipal cemeteries from 7 May 2026 until further notice:
- Wells Estate
- Bluewater Bay
- Motherwell
- New Brighton
- KwaZakhele
- Veeplaas
- Papenkuils
- Kabah
- Gerald Smith
- Despatch
This precautionary measure has been implemented in the interest of public health, public safety and operational compliance during the current severe weather conditions affecting Nelson Mandela Bay.
Residents and funeral undertakers are requested to cooperate with municipal officials and make the necessary alternative arrangements until conditions have improved and the affected cemeteries are declared operational.
The Municipality appeals for public understanding and compliance in order to eliminate unnecessary risks and dangers.
