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10 July 2026, Pretoria – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to advise stakeholders that its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr Reginald Demana, has tendered his resignation with effect from 31 August 2026. He will be taking up a new opportunity in the financial services sector which aligns with his long-term career ambitions. Mr Demana joined SANRAL as CEO in January 2023 with a mandate to, among others, accelerate development of key national road corridor infrastructure projects, stabilise SANRAL’s toll portfolio.

During his tenure at SANRAL, Mr Demana played a key role in the following:

• SANRAL made significant progress on strategic infrastructure projects, including the R573 Moloto Road, N2 Wild Coast Road, N2-N3 KwaZulu-Natal upgrades, N2 Corridor in Mpumalanga and N1 South Corridor. These projects traverse both toll and non-toll road portfolios.

• The resolution of the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP) e-toll issue, which resulted in a significant improvement in SANRAL’s balance sheet, largely due to the government’s decision to absorb all the GFIP/e-toll related debt; and

• Approval of an increased borrowing limit of R16.5 billion for SANRAL up to 31 March 2028, including a R7 billion government-guaranteed New Development Bank facility. This was key to unlocking funding capacity for toll portfolio capital investment and previously constrained capital projects.

The SANRAL Board will begin the recruitment process for a new CEO and will announce an Acting CEO while that process is underway. A further announcement will be released once the Board has appointed an Acting CEO, which will be no later than 17 July 2026, to support a smooth handover and transition between Mr Demana and the Acting CEO.

The SANRAL Board thanks Mr Demana for his service and contribution to SANRAL and wishes him well in his future endeavours.

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Issued by the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL). For editorial content or additional information contact Lwando Mahlasela on 082 440 5305 or pressoffice@nra.co.za 

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1) Why is the CEO leaving? Is it related to the recent negative media headlines SANRAL has been making?

Mr Demana has indicated his desire to go back to the financial services sector. The bulk of his career and working experience has been gained in investment banking, mergers and acquisition advisory, BEE structuring, IPOs and capital raising.

His decision to leave has nothing to do with the headlines being referred to. In fact, the career move has been on the cards since October 2025.

2) There are a number of litigation matters facing SANRAL as the CEO departs. Some started during his tenure. Will he continue assisting SANRAL on these matters should his firsthand knowledge of these matters be needed?

Where the Mr Demana can assist with any outstanding litigation matter, he has undertaken to assist SANRAL, of course within the constraints of his future commitments.

3) SANRAL has been receiving negative media coverage around Procurement. In what state is the CEO leaving the organization’s Procurement Department?

In his first year at SANRAL, the entity made 395 awards valued at R53 billion, an increase from the 320 awards in the previous year valued at R51 billion. It was the highest number of tender awards in the history of SANRAL. In the last two years, SANRAL has faced some challenges occasioned by the creation of a new panels model it was piloting. These challenges are not insurmountable and SANRAL believes that with the new reforms it is undergoing in SCM due course, the organization will overcome these. The figures of the earlier years of Mr Demana’s tenure inspire hope that SANRAL has the resilience and capability to bounce back in the awarding of contracts.

4) What achievements under his tenure can SANRAL point out?

Since joining SANRAL, Mr Demana has driven a massive turnaround of the Agency focusing on improving its balance sheet and borrowing capacity, increasing the national road network, driving already existing mega projects, improving internal capacity and resolving the operational matters relating to the e-toll project. Mr Demana’s key achievements during his tenure include:

Financial Indicators

• The resolution of the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (“GFIP”) e-toll issue which removed a long-standing constraint on SANRAL’s financial sustainability and enabled the transition of the GFIP network into a non-toll funding framework.

• A significant improvement in SANRAL’s balance sheet, largely due to the government’s decision to absorb the R47 billion GFIP/e-toll debt.

• Approval of an increased borrowing limit of R16.5 billion for SANRAL up to 31 March 2028, including a R7 billion government-guaranteed New Development Bank facility. This was key to unlocking funding capacity for toll portfolio capital investment and previously constrained capital projects.

Roads Programme Indicators

• In FY2024/25, SANRAL spent approximately R35 billion directly on roads, including approximately R18.4 billion on capital works and R16.6 billion on maintenance, reflecting improved delivery momentum and increased expenditure on the road programme.

• SANRAL’s declared national road network reached approximately 27,500 km, with the network valued at approximately R780 billion, reflecting the scale and strategic significance of the road assets under SANRAL’s stewardship.

• SANRAL made significant progress on strategic infrastructure projects, including the R573 Moloto Road, N2 Wild Coast Road, N2-N3 KwaZulu-Natal upgrades, N2 Corridor in Mpumalanga and N1 South Corridor. These projects traverse both toll and non-toll road portfolios.

• SANRAL responded swiftly to flood-damaged roads and other infrastructure vulnerabilities as part of its asset management, maintenance planning, disaster response and capital investment processes, including damage assessments in the KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, North-West, Limpopo and Eastern Cape provinces. Throughout Mr Demana’s tenure, SANRAL continued to ensure that socio-economic transformation secured its social license to operate, developing the national road network by empowering communities, people and businesses across all areas where its roads traverse.

Transformation and Job Creation Indicators

• Its outreach programme, Taking SANRAL to the People scaled up during his tenure and increased public understanding of the entity, thus enhancing community affiliation with its projects.
• In FY2025/26, SANRAL launched the Contractor Development Programme (CDP) aimed at empowering black-owned construction companies to graduate to lead contractors. The programme provides targeted training, mentorship and financial support over a maximum of five (5) years to CIDB grades 5CE to 9CE.
• Transformation outcomes included 2,012 Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMME) working on SANRAL projects in FY2024/25, supported by ongoing enterprise development and the participation of emerging contractors in the road construction value chain.
• SANRAL created 21,360 job opportunities on projects in 2024/25, exceeding the revised annual target of 15,000, while continuing to direct project opportunities to local labour, SMMEs and designated groups.

Governance and Human Capital Indicators

• SANRAL continued to strengthen governance and executive capacity through the professionalization and expansion of its executive management team, which now includes Finance; ICT; Supply Chain Management; Legal, Risk and Compliance; Corporate Affairs; Human Resources; and Construction, Operations and Maintenance Engineering as well as Planning and Design Engineering. The team supported the broader operating model reforms aimed at aligning business functions with appropriate expertise and reducing over-reliance on outsourced key operational functions.

• SANRAL advanced the provincialization of its operating model, establishing a physical presence in all nine provinces – as opposed to four regional offices previously – and positioning provincial heads as critical to strategic alignment and stronger governance.

• SANRAL successfully internalized the Central Operations Centre in Midrand, which previously managed the e-toll project and was outsourced, and integrated its employees into the SANRAL staff, introducing efficiencies and saving costs in the process.

• SANRAL filled critical positions, like those of the Chief Financial Officer, and other senior posts, leaving behind a working organisation for the new board.

• Unqualified audit opinions from the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) throughout Mr. Demana’s tenure.

Institutional Reputation and Brand Value Indicators

• SANRAL continued to strengthen its institutional reputation and brand value. The strength of the SANRAL brand was affirmed through Brand Finance’s South Africa 100 2026 assessment, where SANRAL debuted as one of the new entrants, with a brand value of R2.8 billion, a Brand Strength Index score of 86.0, a AAA brand strength rating and a ranking among the top 30 strongest brands in South Africa, reflecting strong performance across key metrics of trust, reputation, and stakeholder engagement.

5) What are the issues he is leaving unresolved?

There are some legal matters that have yet to be resolved. These relate to contested tender awards and one labour related matter. SANRAL is well able to resolve these without Mr Demana. Besides, there can never be an appropriate moment for one to leave an organization especially if the absence of litigation is considered as the deciding factor.

6) Is the Board releasing him unreservedly?

SANRAL has not attached any conditions to the resignation of the CEO.

7) Has the departing CEO indicated his future plans or what organisation, if any, he is joining?

SANRAL does not require resigning employees to disclose what their future plans are. To this end, Mr Demana’s future plans are his and he is the best placed person to answer this question.

8) Has an acting CEO been appointed and how long will the permanent filling of this critical position take?

The SANRAL Board is seized with the matter and once a decision has been made, the announcement in relation to an acting CEO will be made. Advertisement for a new CEO will commence soon and the appointment of new CEO will be announced in due course.

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Durban, 8 July 2026 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises motorists of a temporary nighttime road closure on the N2 South Bound carriageway between the Umdloti Interchange and the Mount Edgecombe Interchange to install two overhead sign gantries. One of which spans the full width of the N2 South Bound Carriageway.

“Construction is getting to an advanced stage on the N2 and now requires installation of road sign gantries. This closure is part of the ongoing upgrade process for the N2 between KwaMashu and Mdloti,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s KZN Provincial Specialist Geometrics Engineer.

The temporary road closure will take place as follows:

• N2 South Bound carriageway (travelling from King Shaka Internation Airport to Durban). Closure from Umdloti Interchange to Mount Edgecombe Interchange:
• From 19:00 on Saturday, 11 July 2026 to 04:00 on Sunday, 12 July 2026

Please note that the N2 North Bound carriageway (travelling from Durban to King Shaka International Airport) will remain unaffected.

As required for the safety of both road users and the construction team, full traffic accommodation plans are in place and motorists using this section of the N2 will notice that signage, barriers, and traffic calming are currently being installed.

A detailed alternative route guide is included below. Please note that heavy motor vehicles cannot reach the N2 through Umhlanga (Armstrong Avenue/M41) due to the tight turns. Such vehicles must continue on the M4 towards Durban or detour via the R102. Note that the detours will significantly increase travel time.

All road-users are advised to plan their routes ahead of time and where possible leave for destinations earlier than usual. Trucks and heavy vehicle operators are advised to delay their trips over this period if possible or find suitable staging areas to avoid major congestion. Public transport operators are asked to ensure that their drivers are aware of the closure.

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For editorial content or additional information contact Lwando Mahlasela on 082 440 5305 or pressoffice@nra.co.za

Eastern Cape, 3 July 2026: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to inform road users and surrounding communities that blasting activities will be carried out on the R61 Section 6 between Km 74 and Km 77, located on the stretch between Baziya and All Saints, on Monday, the 6th of July 2026, between 13h00 and 15h00.

To ensure the safety of road users and to allow adequate time for blasting and clean-up operations, the road will be temporarily closed for approximately one hour.

Please note that there are no suitable alternative routes within this section. Alternative routes, including the N2, will result in significantly longer travel times than the anticipated waiting period during the road closure.

“Motorists are asked to plan their trips accordingly and to exercise caution when using the road,” said Mbulelo Peterson, SANRAL Eastern Cape Provincial Head.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.
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Durban, 30 June 2026 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises motorists that traffic on the N3 Westbound carriageway towards Pietermaritzburg, between the EB Cloete Interchange and the Pavilion/Spine Road off-ramp, will be shifted from the existing carriageway onto the newly constructed lanes on the centre/median side of the road from Thursday, 02 July 2026.

“A brief rolling closure will be required while the traffic switch is implemented safely. This will be managed on site by the traffic accommodation team, with the assistance of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI). This is necessary to facilitate widening works on the N3 Westbound carriageway. Road users are urged to approach the area with caution, reduce speed, follow the temporary signage and remain alert to the changed lane configuration,” said Mpho Nephembani, SANRAL’s KwaZulu- Natal Project Engineer.

The N3 Westbound carriageway will remain open to traffic. No change to trip routing is required for motorists travelling through the project site. Motorists should, however, expect a changed lane configuration, adjusted barriers and revised temporary road markings through this section of the construction zone.

This traffic flow shift will be in place for approximately one year, after which traffic will be shifted back onto the existing N3 Westbound carriageway towards Pietermaritzburg.

Further project information and traffic advisory updates can be found on this link: https://www.nra.co.za/project-n2n3-upgrades?region_id=eastern

As required for the safety of both road users and the construction team, full traffic accommodation measures, advance warning signage, temporary road markings and on-site traffic management will be in place while the new lane configuration is implemented.

All motorists are advised to plan ahead, allow for additional travel time, and adhere to posted signage and reduced speed limits within the construction zone. Trucks and heavy vehicles are advised to plan trips carefully over this period and, where possible, use suitable staging areas to avoid contributing to congestion while the traffic switch is being implemented. Public transport operators are asked to ensure their drivers are aware of the changed lane configuration and any temporary traffic management measures that may affect commuter routes.

“SANRAL appeals to road users to note and comply with the advance warning signs, temporary lane markings and speed restrictions when travelling through the construction work zone. To prioritise the safety of both construction workers and road users, speed limits along the route will be reduced during construction,” added Nephembani.

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Pietermaritzburg, 25 June 2026 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises motorists travelling on the N3 national road between Mariannhill Toll Plaza Section 1 (km 25.0) and Key Ridge Section 2 (km 2.8) that traffic disruptions are expected as major construction and upgrading works on the route get underway.

The R6 billion project, which forms part of SANRAL’s strategic programme to improve the country’s key freight and mobility corridor, is expected to take 60 months to complete. Contract SANRAL N.003-012-2017/1 covers the upgrade of an 11.1 kilometre section of the N3 and is being managed through SANRAL’s KwaZulu-Natal provincial office in Pietermaritzburg.

Prior to the commencement of construction, SANRAL undertook a three-month mobilisation period that included project planning, stakeholder engagement, and procurement processes aimed at facilitating the participation of targeted enterprises and local communities.

“Motorists and road users are advised that the impact of the construction on traffic will be significant. While every effort will be made to maintain safe and efficient traffic flow within the project limits, road users should anticipate delays and plan their journeys accordingly.” said Nondumiso Mabaso, SANRAL’s Kwazulu-Natal Project Manager.

“We urge motorists to be aware that the impact of the construction on traffic will be significant. While every effort will be made to maintain safe and efficient traffic flow within the project limits, road users should anticipate delays and plan their journeys accordingly. To prioritise the safety of both construction workers and road users, the speed limit along the route will be reduced to 40km/h for heavy vehicles and 60km/h for light motor vehicles during construction. Motorists are encouraged to plan their trips accordingly and to make provision for the additional travel time,” added Mabaso.

Traffic accommodation measures will be implemented immediately and will remain in place for the duration of construction. In the event of major incidents within the work zone, traffic will be diverted safely via alternative routes. SANRAL appeals to road users to obey all advance warning signs, speed restrictions and instructions from traffic management personnel when travelling through the construction zone. During the contractor’s annual December/January shutdown period, a minimum two-way traffic flow will be maintained at all times within the project limits.

Work to be carried out on the 11.1 km stretch of the N3 route will include:

• Accommodation of traffic throughout the construction period.
• Widening and upgrading of the existing N3 carriageways.
• Construction and rehabilitation of road pavement layers.
• Construction of two new launched viaduct bridges and drainage structures.
• Stormwater improvements, including pipe crossings, subsurface drainage systems, concrete and earth drains.
• Construction of earthworks, including cuttings and fills.
• Construction of concrete median barriers between carriageways.
• Construction of retaining walls and Mechanically Stabilised Earth (MSE) walls.
• Construction of major culverts.
• Road signs, road markings, road studs, guardrails, and security fencing.
• Electrical works and public lighting upgrades.
• Landscaping and rehabilitation of borrow pits and spoil sites.
• Relocation and accommodation of services.
• Procurement and development of targeted enterprises and local community participation.

ALTERNATIVE ROUTES

Traffic will be accommodated safely on alternative routes when major incidents occur within the construction zone. Motorists are encouraged to consider the following alternative routes where necessary:

• M13 and alternative provincial roads.
• N3 service roads where available.
• Local municipal roads as directed by traffic management personnel.

In line with SANRAL’s transformation objectives, the project incorporates enterprise and skills development initiatives designed to maximise local economic participation. Opportunities will be created for local businesses and community members residing along the N3 corridor, contributing to sustainable economic empowerment, job creation and skills transfer.

SANRAL apologises for the inconvenience associated with the construction activities and appreciates the patience and cooperation of road users. “These upgrades are essential to improving safety, mobility and the long-term capacity of one of South Africa’s most important transport corridors. We are committed to minimising disruptions as far as possible while delivering infrastructure that will benefit road users and the broader economy for decades to come,” said Mabaso.

For editorial content or additional information contact Lwando Mahlasela on 082 440 5305 or pressoffice@nra.co.za

Eastern Cape 24 June 2026 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to advise road users of temporary intermittent road closures scheduled to take place on the N2 between Kareedouw R62 and Kareedouw Eerste Rivier R402 offramps, in the Eastern Cape on Friday, 26th June from 9h00 until 9h30 and again on the same day from 13h00 to 17h00. The coordinates where the line crosses the N2 are -34.00278 24.265322.

This road closure will take place to allow state-owned electricity entity Eskom SOC Limited to remove a power line.

The following alternate routes can be used:

• When travelling from Cape Town towards Humansdorp, road users can exit the N2 at the R402/Kareedouw/Eerste River off-ramp, proceed along the R402 to Kareedouw, and then continue on the R62 towards Humansdorp.
• When travelling from Humansdorp towards Tsitsikamma/Cape Town, road users can leave the N2 at the R62/Kareedouw interchange and travel along the R62 to Kareedouw. From Kareedouw, they can take the R402 and rejoin the N2 towards Tsitsikamma and Cape Town.

Local traffic officials will be on-site to manage traffic flow and to minimise delays.

‘Motorists are advised to plan their trips accordingly, adhere to speed limits and proceed with caution,” said Mbulelo Peterson, SANRAL’s Provincial Head for the Eastern Cape Province .

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

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Kokstad, 23 June 2026 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises motorists of the intermittent full closure of the N2 Kokstad Interchange including access roads between the N2, Kokstad as well as a portion of the R56.

“Construction of the lighting on this portion of the Kokstad Interchange is nearing completion and testing the luminance levels of the lighting is an important step in ensuring the quality of this system which will substantially improve safety for all users of the road,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s KZN Provincial Specialist Geometrics Engineer.

The temporary road closure will take place as follows:

• Kokstad Interchange: 15-minute alternating closure and opening periods from 20h00 on Thursday, 25 June 2026 to 04h00 on Friday, 26 June 2026 on:
• The R56 (road between Kokstad and the N2) in proximity of the newly constructed traffic circle.
• Ramp onto the N2 from Kokstad in the direction towards the Eastern Cape.
• On the N2 in proximity of the newly constructed overpass bridge.
• The road from Mount Currie Garage towards Kokstad, close to Panorama Poultry.

As required for the safety of both road users and the construction team, full traffic accommodation plans will be in place.

All road users are advised to plan their routes ahead of time and where possible leave for destinations earlier than usual.

The closure may need to be adjusted depending on weather conditions. If that happens, a second notice with information of the new time will be issued.

“We understand that these road closures cause major disruption and have planned them to take place at times when the disruption is minimised. Trucks and heavy vehicles are advised to try and delay trips over this period or find suitable staging areas to avoid major congestion. Public transport operators are asked to ensure their drivers are aware of route closures and alternatives affecting their commuter routes. Light vehicle traffic, as well as emergency services and traffic management are advised to make use of alternative routing. SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused and appreciates the public’s patience during the ongoing major road enhancements,” added Lowe.

For editorial content or additional information contact Lwando Mahlasela on 082 440 5305 or pressoffice@nra.co.za

Durban, 24 June 2026 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises motorists of temporary road closures on the N3 East and Westbound Carriageways for the removal of the temporary pedestrian bridge at Langford. The closures will take place on the evening of 27 June 2026.

“This work forms part of a major national road network upgrade that is being undertaken throughout the province to relieve traffic congestion and improve road safety,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Geometrics Specialist Engineer.

The temporary road closures will take place as follows:

• N3 East bound (Pietermaritzburg to Durban) carriageway closure:
• From 20h00 to 22h00, Saturday 27 June 2026 at M7 Farningham Ridge Interchange. Traffic will be diverted onto the M7. Heavy vehicles traveling South are encouraged to make use of the M7. Heavy vehicles traveling East and North are encouraged to make use of the M19. The M13 (King Cetshwayo highway) is available for light vehicles travelling towards Durban.
• N3 West bound (Durban to Pietermaritzburg) carriageway closure:
• From 22h00 to 24h00 (midnight), Saturday 27 June 2026 at St James Avenue (Pavillion) Interchange, exit 13. Traffic will be diverted on to St James Ave and Harry Gwala Rd. Motorists travelling West are encouraged to take the M7, M13 or M19 from the N2 instead of approaching St James Avenue on the N3 to avoid congestion and potential delays.

As required for the safety of both road users and the construction team, full traffic accommodation plans are in place.

Trucks and heavy vehicles are advised to try and delay trips over this period, find suitable staging areas or reroute via the M7 or M19 to avoid major congestion. Public transport operators are asked to ensure their drivers are aware of route closures and alternatives affecting their commuter routes. Light vehicles are also encouraged to use the M13.

All road-users are advised to plan their routes ahead of time and where possible leave for destinations earlier than usual.

CLOSURE LOCATIONS:

N3 East Bound Closures (Pietermaritzburg to Durban):

• The full closure of the N3 will take place at the M7 Farningham Ridge Interchange. Heavy vehicles traveling South are encouraged to make use of the M7. Heavy vehicles travelling East and North are encouraged to make use of the M19. The M13 (King Cetshwayo highway) is available for light vehicles travelling East.
• The M13 Ramp onto the N3 Eastbound at Paradise Valley Interchange will be closed.

N3 West Bound Closures (Durban to Pietermaritzburg):

• The full closure will take place at the St James Avenue (Pavilion) Interchange, exit 13. All N3 west bound traffic will be diverted onto St James Ave and Harry Gwala Road as the final point of diversion for traffic. Motorists travelling West (inland) are encouraged to take the M7, M13 or M19 from the N2 instead of approaching St James Avenue on the N3 to avoid congestion and potential delays.
• There will be full closure of the on ramp onto the N3 from St James Avenue/Harry Gwala Rd. Traffic will remain on St James Ave and directed to join the M13.

“SANRAL appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as it undertakes this vital project to alleviate long term traffic congestion in the area. We appeal to motorists to note and comply with the advance warning signs and speed restrictions when travelling through the construction work zones. To prioritise the safety of both the construction workers and road users, the speed limit along the route will be reduced during construction”, added Lowe.

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For editorial content or additional information contact Lwando Mahlasela on 082 440 5305 pressoffice@nra.co.za

Eastern Cape 23 June 2026 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to advise road users of the temporary intermittent road closures scheduled to take on the N2 between Kareedouw R162 and Kareedouw Eerste Rivier R402 offramps, in the Eastern Cape on Friday, 26th June from 9h00 until 9h30 and again on the same day from 13h00 to 17h00. The coordinates where the line is crossing the N2 is -34.00278 24.265322.

This road closure will take place to allow Eskom to remove a power line.

The following alternate routes can be used:

• When travelling from Cape Town, you can offramp at the R402 Kareedouw / R102 EersteRivier and then take the old R102 road towards Humansdorp.
• When travelling from Humansdorp towards Tsitsikamma you can offramp at the Palmietvlei/ R102 Clarkson and use the old R102 road towards Tsitsikamma.

Local Traffic Officials will be on-site to manage traffic flow and to minimise delays.

‘Motorists are advised to plan their trips accordingly, adhere to speed limits and to proceed with caution,” said Mbulelo Peterson, SANRAL Eastern Cape Provincial Head.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.
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Eastern Cape, 19 June 2026 —The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to inform road users that the road between Nqweba and Addo along the R336 will be affected by partial road closures during the upcoming Wildfeeds weekend in Nqweba, effective from the 25th of June 2026 until the 29th of June 2026.

Affected Areas are:
• Bezuidenhout’s River Bridge
• Sunday’s River Bridge

Both bridges will operate under single-lane traffic, managed by traffic control personnel. Delays at each closure will be approximately 10 minutes, although all efforts will be made to reduce the closure times.

The road consists of sections without line markings. These areas will be pre-marked and have temporary road studs.

The route is still part of a construction project, so the speed limit is 60 kilometres per hour with no overtaking.

“Motorists are asked to plan their trips, accordingly, consider alternative routes and to practice caution when making use of the road,” said Mbulelo Peterson, SANRAL Eastern Cape Provincial Head.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.
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