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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

N3 full closure to facilitate blasting between Ashburton and Market Road

Pietermaritzburg, 2 September 2024 – Part of the N3 will be fully closed on 3 September and the 5 September 2024, to facilitate blasting next to the N3 at the Ashburton Interchange as part of the N3 Ashburton to Market Road upgrade project the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced.

The N3 closure will take place between the Ashburton and Market Road Interchanges. Closures will also be necessary on the Pope Ellis Drive from R103 intersection to Ashburton Interchange in the vicinity of the blasting activities.

“Our traffic accommodation team, with the assistance of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), will monitor the diversion of traffic during the closure” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Project Manager.

The full road closure will take place as follows:

3 September 2024 (Tuesday):
14h30: Close N3 and secondary road and blast.
14h30 to 14h55: Clean up any debris on all roads.
14h55 to 15h00: Final Road Safety Inspection
15h00: Re-open N3 and secondary road for all vehicles.

5 September 2024 (Thursday):
14h30: Close N3 and secondary road and blast.
14h30 to 14h55: Clean up any debris on all roads.
14h55 to 15h00: Final Road Safety Inspection
15h00: Re-open N3 secondary road for all vehicles.

The R103 route will be available as an alternative route during the blast. Substantial delays are, however, likely as the R103 is unable to handle the same volume of traffic as the N3.

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

“We ask motorists to be patient during the closure and to plan and adjust their trips, especially their leaving times, to accommodate the closure while still adhering to speed limits. SANRAL apologises to the motoring public for any inconvenience caused and thanks them for their patience during the ongoing road construction,” said Lowe.

ALTERNATIVE ROUTES:

FIGURE 1: ALTERNATIVE ROUTE FOR BLASTING.

NOTE: ASHBURTON/ POPE ELLIS WILL BE CLOSED FOR BLASTING TRAFFIC WILL BE DIRECTED VIA THE R103 ROUTE.THE TRAFFIC WILL BE ALLOWED TO TAKE THE MARKET ROAD OFFRAMP TO THE N3 MAINLINE AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 1 ABOVE IN RED.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Temporary lane closures on N2 on the Pongola River Bridge

Pongola, 2 September 2024 – Various activities including line marking, bridge joint repairs, removal of barriers, and repair asphalt surfacing will take place on the N2 on the Pongola River Bridge (B42) as part of ongoing infrastructure maintenance, the South African National Road Agency SOC Ltd (SANRAL) has announced.

“As part of the casting of concrete parapet process (building the concrete barrier on the bridge), temporary lane closures with stop-and-go control will be implemented,” said Serisha Sukraj, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Project Manager.

The dates are as follows:

02 September 2024 (Northbound) from 09:00 to 14:00
03 September 2024 (Northbound) from 09:00 to 14:00
04 September 2024 (Southbound) from 09:00 to 14:00
05 September 2024 (Southbound) from 09:00 to 14:00
06 September 2024 (Northbound) from 09:00 to 14:00
07 September 2024 (Southbound) from 09:00 to 14:00
08 September 2024 (Southbound) from 09:00 to 14:00
09 September 2024 (Southbound) from 09:00 to 14:00

Motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly and allow for extra travel time, especially when accessing travel hubs such as airports.

“We further appeal to road users to adhere to the road signs and speed limit when approaching and traveling through the construction site. SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience this may cause and ask for your understanding as they work to maintain their infrastructure assets,” said Sukraj.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Lane and shoulder closures on N2 from Linton Grange interchange to St Albans interchange in Gqeberha

Gqeberha, 30 August 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises road users of upcoming lane closures on the N2 Section 11, from Linton Grange interchange to St Albans interchange, due to a special road maintenance project currently underway.

The scheduled lane closures are as follows:

• 24 August to 3 September 2024 – Westbound: Two 24-hour lane closures
• 24 August to 30 September 2024 – Eastbound and Westbound: One moving overnight lane closure

Motorists are advised that, while no significant delays are expected, reduced traveling speeds will be necessary to ensure safety within the construction zones. The movement of construction equipment can also be expected along these closures.

“SANRAL appeals to motorists to adhere to the warning signs, reduce speed when approaching the construction zones, and plan their trips accordingly as there are no surfaced alternative routes available,” said Andrew Van Gruting, Acting Regional Manager for SANRAL’s Southern Region.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Blasting on the N2 between KwaBhaca and eMaXesibeni, Eastern Cape

Gqeberha, 27 August 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to notify road uses of scheduled blasting that will take place on the N2 between KwaBhaca, formerly known as Mount Frere, and eMaXesibeni, formerly Mount Ayliff, at approximately 15h00 on Wednesday, 28 August 2024.

The blast will occur at locations approximately 15km and 36km from KwaBhaca when traveling towards eMaXesibeni. During the blast, the road will be temporarily closed. While every effort will be made to minimise the duration of the closure, the road could be closed for up to 30 minutes.

The shortest alternative route is 69km longer and may add approximately 50 minutes to the journey between Mthatha and Kokstad.

“We urge motorists to plan their trips accordingly and exercise caution while using the roads. We apologise for the inconvenience,” said Thabiso Ngozwana, Acting Regional Manager for SANRAL’s Southern Region.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Temporary lane closure on N2 at Sarnia Road Bridge

Durban, 27 August 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to notify motorists of the temporary road closure on the Sarnia
Road Bridge on N2 northbound and southbound scheduled for 28 and 29 August 2024 between 09h00 and 15h00.

“The closure is due to the final inspection of the Sarnia Road Bridge following ongoing infrastructure improvements,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Project Manager.

The process will require a temporary single lane closure on the slow lane and traffic will move onto the fast lane on the northbound and southbound carriageway.

Motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly and allow for possible extra travel time.

“SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciates the public’s understanding as the work to make the necessary upgrades continues,” added Lowe.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Lane restrictions and speed calming measures at N2 Beacon Way intersection in Plettenberg Bay

Western Cape, 27 August 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced that traffic restrictions are now in place for construction work at the Beacon Way Intersection on the N2 in Plettenberg Bay, which started in April 2024.

Construction work on the intersection will significantly increase work on the N2 as well. In the interest of road safety, including the safety of the construction team, additional lane restrictions are being implemented at this intersection which will likely increase traffic congestion in the area.

Temporary speed restriction devices will be positioned on the N2 to reduce travelling speeds, while turning into Beacon Way from Knysna will also be restricted.

Motorists are therefore requested to plan their trips accordingly and use alternative routes wherever possible.

Alternative Routes

• Road users going to Plettenberg Bay should use the Marine Way entrance to move in and out.
• Heavy motor vehicles that supply the mall in Beacon Way should use Marine Drive for deliveries.

All road users are requested to be mindful of the impact of the construction, to reduce speed and obey temporary signage when travelling through the construction area. SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

 

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY 

N3 closure to facilitate blasting between Ashburton and Market Road

Pietermaritzburg, 24 August 2024 – Part of the N3 will be fully closed on 29 August 2024 between 14h30 and 15h00 to facilitate blasting next to the existing Ashburton Overpass Bridge, the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced.

“The N3 closure will take place between the Ashburton and Market Road Interchanges. Closures will also be necessary on Pope Ellis Drive from R103 intersection Interchange, which is in the vicinity of the blasting activities,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Project Manager.

Traffic accommodation team, with the assistance of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), will monitor the diversion of traffic during the closure.

The full road closure will take place as follows:

29 August 2024 (Thursday):
14h30:                Close N3 and secondary road and blast.
14h30 to 14h55: Clean up any debris on all roads.
14h55 to 15h00: Final Road Safety Inspection
15h00:                Re-open N3 and secondary road for all vehicles.

The R103 will be available as an alternative route during the blast. Substantial delays are, however, likely as the R103 is unable to handle the same volume of traffic as the N3.

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

“We ask motorists to be patient during the closure and to plan and adjust their trips, especially their leaving times, to accommodate the closure while still adhering to speed limits. SANRAL apologies to the motoring public for any inconvenience caused and thanks them for their patience during the ongoing road construction,” said Lowe.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

SANRAL advises caution on N2, Gqeberha after tidal flood deposits rock debris on highway

Gqeberha, 23 August 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has advised motorists that the N2 highway between John Tallant and Settlers Way in Gqeberha is now closed to traffic.

The decision was made after the city experienced tidal flooding for the second consecutive day this week.

Rock debris from the ocean has necessitated the closure and traffic is being diverted via John Tallant Road in Deal Party from the N2. Motorists are advised to obey instructions from traffic officials to avoid serious damage to their vehicles.

“We appeal to motorists to cooperate with traffic officials, and follow diversions when they deem them necessary, for their own safety. The road maintenance team will do everything in their power to ensure all obstacles are cleared and will determine when it is safe to reopen,” said Mbulelo Peterson, Regional Manager for SANRAL’s Southern Region.

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Update Traffic Advisory

N2 Highway Reopened After Debris Clearance In Gqeberha

Gqeberha, 23 August 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to inform road users that the N2 highway between John Tallant and Settlers Way in Gqeberha, which was temporarily closed due to debris from the sea, is now open to traffic. The rock debris have been successfully cleared by a roads maintenance team overnight.

Traffic officials had to divert traffic via John Tallant Road at Deal Party. Motorists are advised to drive with caution and to obey traffic officials on the scene should they decide to close the section alongside the dolosse.

SANRAL will continue to monitor the section at high tide and work with traffic officials to ensure motorists drive under safe conditions.

“We appreciate the public’s cooperation during the road closure and urge everyone to continue exercising caution while driving,” said Mbulelo Peterson, Regional Manager for SANRAL’s Southern Region.

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Traffic Advisory

Temporary closure of N2 into Gqeberha due to high waves and debris

Gqeberha, 22 August 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises all road users to exercise caution and reduce speed when approaching Gqeberha from Bluewater Bay on the N2 highway. The road has been temporarily closed and traffic is being redirected via John Tallant Bridge through Deal Party.

This temporary closure is due to rising tides, which have caused rock debris to be deposited onto the N2 highway. SANRAL’s maintenance teams are on standby and will begin clearing the debris once the rough water conditions subside.

“We urge motorists to remain cautious and reduce their speed while using the alternative route,” said Mr. Mbulelo Peterson, Regional Manager for SANRAL’s Southern Region.

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