Deputy Executive Mayor

Born on 27 June 1985 in the vibrant town of Oudtshoorn, Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) Deputy Executive Mayor, Vlancio Donson is a lifelong resident of the Garden Route district. His early education began at Bergsig Primary in Oudtshoorn, followed by his high school years at Ladismith Secondary, where he matriculated in 2003.

Family plays a central role in Vlancio’s life. He is happily married, and the proud father of a son born in 2015. He has found a balance in his personal and professional life by ensuring that he stays devoted to his family while also serving the community.

Since 2008, Vlancio has been an influential figure in local government. He has held numerous key positions across various institutions including Kannaland, Oudtshoorn, and the Garden Route District Municipality. His roles have ranged from Executive Mayor and Deputy Executive Mayor to Speaker, Councillor and Mayoral Committee Member.

A proud member of the Independent Civic Organisation of South Africa (ICOSA), Vlancio has served as a representative of Councillors and the Treasurer of the organisation. He remains dedicated to the values and principles of ICOSA’s. Central to this is the community’s well-being.

Vlancio’s approach to community engagement is deeply personal. He believes in building genuine relationships at a grassroots level, preferring face-to-face interactions over social media. His true satisfaction comes from helping those in need and resolving community issues that have reached a brick-wall. “Nothing makes me happier than to see that I’ve made a difference to the life of someone else,” said Donson.