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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

 

FOR BLASTING ON THE N2 BETWEEN MOUNT FRERE AND MOUNT AYLIFF

30th May 2025: The South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL) would like to notify road users that blasting is scheduled to take place on the N2 national road between Mount Frere and Mount Ayliff at 14h00 on the following dates:

• Tuesday, 3 June 2025 at approximately 4 kilometres from Mount Frere when travelling towards Mount Ayliff.
• Friday, 6 June 2025 at approximately 3,5 kilometres from Mount Frere when travelling towards Mount Ayliff.

 

The road will be closed during the blasting activities for a maximum of 30 minutes.

Motorists travelling From Kokstad towards Mthatha may consider the following alternative routes: –

• Exit the N2 at the Matatiele to Mount Fletcher route or via Flagstaff and Lusikisiki to Port St Johns via the R61 and then re-join the N2 in Mthatha. Similarly, motorists travelling from Mthatha towards Kokstad may consider using the same route.

The shortest alternative route is 69 kilometres longer and may add approximately 50 minutes to your trip between Mthatha and Kokstad.

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

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

 

 

2 Alternative routes
Alternative route no 1 – N2 at Matatiele to Mount Flecther route

 

 

 

Alternative route no 2- via Flagstaff, Lusikisiki to Port St Johns via the R61 and then re-join the N2 in Mthatha.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Full road closures on N2/M13 for the old King Cetshwayo bridge demolition

Durban, 27 May 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to inform road users of a temporary road closure for the demolition of the second half of the old King Cetshwayo Bridge on the M13 over the N2 from 18:00, Saturday 21 June until 04:00 on Monday 23 June 2025.

“Construction continues on the upgraded King Cetshwayo Bridge, following its partial demolition in October 2023. This closure is part of the ongoing upgrade process for the N2 and the EB Cloete Interchange (also known as Spaghetti Junction), aimed at relieving congestion and improving road safety along this critical national route,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Specialist Geometrics Engineer.

The temporary road closures will take place as follows:

• N2 North and South Bound between EB Cloete Interchange and Umgeni Road Interchange:
  o From 18:00 on Saturday, 21 June 2025 to 04:00 on Monday, 23 June 2025

 

• M13 East and West Bound between 45th Avenue (also known as 45th Cutting) and Essex Terrace Interchange (Westwood Mall):
  o From 18:00 on Saturday, 21 June 2025 to 04:00 on Monday, 23 June 2025

“The demolition of the remaining old King Cetshwayo Bridge near Westwood Mall is a crucial step in enabling the addition of extra lanes on the M13 as well as the N2 below. Once its demolition is completed, traffic will be accommodated on the recently completed new M13 East bound bridge,” said Lowe.

As required for the safety of both road users and the construction team, full traffic accommodation plans are in place. A detailed map showing the closure location is included below and an alternative route guide is available on this link: https://www.nra.co.za/project-n2n3-upgrades?region_id=eastern

CLOSURE LOCATIONS:

M13 Closure Locations (King Cetshwayo Bridge Area):

• M13 East Bound: Closed at Essex Terrace Interchange (near Westwood Mall)
• M13 West Bound: Closed at 45th Avenue (also known as 45th Cutting)

N2 Closure Locations (at EB Cloete Interchange):

• N3 West Bound (Durban to Pinetown): Ramp to N2 North closed (towards Umhlanga/King Shaka International Airport)
• N3 East Bound (Pinetown to Durban): Ramp to N2 North closed
• N2 North Bound: Closed between EB Cloete Interchange and Umgeni Road Interchange

N2 Closure Locations (at Umgeni Road Interchange):

• N2 South Bound: Closed between Umgeni Road Interchange and EB Cloete Interchange. Detour onto M19/Umgeni Road
• M19 East and West Bound: Ramps to N2 South closed

“We understand that these road closures cause major travel disruption so we have minimised the length of the closures and planned them to take place at times when the traffic disruption will be at its least. Trucks and heavy vehicles are advised to try and delay trips over this period, find suitable staging areas or reroute via the M4, M7 or M19 to avoid congestion. Public transport operators are asked to ensure their drivers are aware of route closures and alternatives affecting their commuter routes”, added Lowe.

 

CONTRACT NO. SANRAL X.003-067-2024/1

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Slurry works on the N2 Sections 12 between Colchester and Ncanarha for May 2025 to June 2025.

Eastern Cape, 26 May 2025: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to advise road users that slurry works is planned from 27 May 2025 to 20 June 2025, on the N2 National Road between Colchester and Ncanarha.

Traffic accommodation, speed reducing signs, as well as a three-minute Stop-Go activity will be implemented. All road users are advised to look out for the flagmen and to adhere to the indicated speed limits.

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

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Planned Closure of Pomona On / Off Ramp for Road Rehabilitation Work on National Route R21
Section 1

Pretoria, 23 May 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to
inform road users of the planned temporary closure of the on-ramp and off-ramps at the Pomona
Interchange on the R21 Freeway as part of its ongoing road rehabilitation project. The closures for the
northbound on-ramp and southbound off-ramp are scheduled for Sunday the 25th of May and Sunday
the 8th of June, respectively, to facilitate the milling and replacement of the asphalt surfacing.

The details of the closures are as follows:

• Northbound on-ramp – Sunday 25th of May from 06:00 to 12:00 (Detour route M32 / R23)
• Southbound off-ramp – Sunday 08th of June from 06:00 to 12:00 (Detour route R23 / Benoni)

“This essential maintenance work is required to ensure the safety and longevity of the road
infrastructure. Due to the narrow width of the ramp, a full closure is necessary to carry out the
resurfacing effectively.”.

“To accommodate road users during the closure, a detour route will be clearly signposted. Flag persons
will be stationed at strategic positions along the detour to assist and guide drivers safely through the
alternative path,” said Progress Hlahla, SANRAL’s Provincial Head for the Gauteng province.

SANRAL urges road users to:

• Plan their trips in advance and allow extra travel time to account for the detour.
• Follow the detour signs and adhere to the instructions provided by the flag persons, and
• Exercise patience and caution while navigating the affected area.

The maintenance work is expected to be completed over the course of two days over consecutive
weekends. However, road users are encouraged to check the SANRAL website for any updates or
changes to the schedule.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused and remains committed to improving the safety
and quality of our national roads.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

FOR BLASTING ON THE N2 BETWEEN MOUNT FRERE AND MOUNT AYLIFF

23rd May 2025: The South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL) would like to notify road users that blasting is scheduled to take place on the N2 national road between Mount Frere and Mount Ayliff at 12h00 on the following dates:

• Tuesday, 27 May 2025 at approximately 10,6 kilometres from Mount Frere when travelling towards Mount Ayliff.
• Thursday, 29 May 2025 at approximately 4.3 kilometres from Mount Frere when travelling towards Mount Ayliff.

The road will be closed during the blasting activities for a maximum of 30 minutes.

Motorists travelling From Kokstad towards Mthatha may consider the following alternative routes: –

• Exit the N2 at the Matatiele to Mount Fletcher route or via Flagstaff and Lusikisiki to Port St Johns via the R61 and then re-join the N2 in Mthatha. Similarly, motorists travelling from Mthatha towards Kokstad may consider using the same route.

The shortest alternative route is 69 kilometres longer and may add approximately 50 minutes to your trip between Mthatha and Kokstad.

“Motorists are asked to plan their trips, accordingly, consider alternative routes and to use caution when making use of the road,” said Kayakazi Mafuta, SANRAL’s Eastern Cape Acting Provincial Head.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

BONZA BAY BRIDGE: CONTRACT X.003-022-2018/1-C6
AD-HOC STRUCTURAL AND DRAINAGE SERVICES AND EMERGENCY BRIDGE REPAIR WORKS ALONG THE N2 SECTION 16

Eastern Cape, 21 May 2025: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has started with repairs to seven structures along the N2 national road between the Nahoon Interchange and the Great Kei River Bridge in the Eastern Cape Province. Work on the Bonza Bay Bridge started on the 14 May this year. The initial work done was on the underside of the Bonza Bay Bridge on the N2. Work on the Bonza Bay Road (top structure) is scheduled to start on the 4 June this year. The duration of the works on the Bonza Bridge is anticipated to take three months. Repair work will be undertaken by the contractor, Makali Plant and Construction together with local sub-contractors. Remedial works to the bridges comprise works to repair / correct defects, as detailed below:

1. Repairs to cracked and spalling of concrete.
2. Various structural defects.
3. High Pressure cleaning of the bridge and application of protective coatings.
4. Damage to parapets.
5. Replacement of steel guardrails with precast concrete guardrails.
6. Replacement of bridge joints and asphalt surfacing repairs

“Road users approaching the Bonza Bay Bridge along the N2 Section 16 will be restricted to a reduced road width with delineators, warning signs and flagmen. Where necessary the road will be reduced to a single lane with the necessary temporary traffic accommodation signage and Stop/Go traffic control facilities in place”. “To undertake the required work on the Bonza Bay Road (top of the bridge) the necessary temporary traffic accommodation signage and Stop/Go traffic control facilities will be in place between the circle at the entrance to the Crossing complex and the traffic lights at the entrance to Retail Park. Lane widths will be reduced and when required it will be reduced to single lane traffic with Stop / Go controls in place,” said Kayakazi Mafuta, SANRAL Eastern Cape’s Acting Provincial Head.

The speed within the work areas along the N2 Section 16 will be reduced to 60 kilometres per hour and to 40 kilometres per hour on the Bonza Bay Road. Members of the Public may direct any queries to the Main Contractor on cell phone number 072 531 6572 and email address subcontractC6@makali.co.za.

“Motorists are requested to plan their trips accordingly, consider alternative routes and to not overtake within the single lane zones,” added Mafuta.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

NIGHT-TIME ROAD CLOSURES ON N2 BETWEEN KWAMASHU TO MOUNT EDGECOMBE INTERCHANGE

Pietermaritzburg, 21 May 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to inform road users of planned night-time closures on the N2 northbound carriageway between the KwaMashu and Mount Edgecombe interchanges. These closures are necessary to facilitate the installation of two overhead sign gantries that span the N2 as part of ongoing upgrade works.

“Construction on this section of the N2 has reached an advanced stage and now requires the installation of road sign gantries. This is a key part of the broader upgrade of the N2 between KwaMashu and Mdloti,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL KwaZulu Natal’s Provincial Specialist: Geometrics Engineer.

Closure Details:

N2 Northbound Carriageway (Durban to King Shaka International Airport)

From: 19:00 on Saturday, 31 May 2025 to 07:00 on Sunday, 1 June 2025

Please note: The southbound carriageway will remain fully open to traffic during this period.

In the interest of safety for both motorists and the construction team, comprehensive traffic management measures are in place. Road users can expect to see the installation of temporary signage, safety barriers, and traffic calming devices in preparation for the closure. A detailed alternative route guide is provided below to assist motorists in navigating around the affected section.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for their patience and cooperation as we work to improve South Africa’s national road network. “We urge all road users to plan ahead and, where possible, depart earlier than usual. Operators of heavy vehicles and trucks are advised to delay travel during the closure or make use of suitable staging areas to prevent congestion. Public transport providers are requested to ensure their drivers are informed of the closure,” added Lowe.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

PARTIAL LANE CLOSURES ON N3 KEY RIDGE TO HAMMARSDALE INTERCHANGE

 

Pietermaritzburg, 21 May 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to inform road users of scheduled partial lane closures of the N3 northbound fast lane between the Key Ridge and Hammarsdale Interchange on 31 May 2025 and 01 June 2025, between 09h00 and 15h00 to facilitate the survey of traffic lanes, as part of the N3 Section 2 Realignment Project.

“Fast lane closures will be necessary between the N3/M13 and Hammarsdale Interchanges for the survey of existing traffic lanes. The Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), with the assistance of our contractor’s traffic accommodation team, will manage and monitor traffic during these closures,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s KZN Provincial Specialist Geometrics Engineer.

Lane Closure Details:

Saturday, 31 May and Sunday, 01 June 2025

09:00 to 9:15 – Close the N3 fast lane.

09:15 to 14:45 – Survey of existing fast lane.

14:45 to 15:00 – Reopen N3.

The R103 will be available as an alternative route during the closures.

“We ask motorists to be patient during the closure and to plan and adjust their route trips ahead of time to accommodate the closure whilst adhering to speed limits. SANRAL apologises to the motoring public for any inconvenience caused and thanks them for their patience during road construction,” said Lowe.

MEDIA RELEASE

SANRAL TRAINING PROGRAMME REAPS REWARDS FOR KZN STUDENTS ON N3 DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

SANRAL Board Members with the young people who participated in the CSDG training programme

Pietermaritzburg, 20 May 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited’s (SANRAL) ongoing training programmes are a step in the right direction in becoming one of the country’s solutions to ameliorate the triple challenges of poverty, unemployment and inequality among young people, said SANRAL Board Chairperson Themba Mhambi.

Mr Mhambi was speaking at a certificate award ceremony which took place in Camperdown, KwaZulu-Natal, of young people who worked on the Cato Ridge component of SANRAL’s major N3 development project yesterday (Monday).

“SANRAL alone spends over R1bn on training and development programmes of young people. One of our immediate priorities is to ensure that our training programmes are properly integrated and monitored, so that we get more value on every cent that we spend on the programmes that we initiate. One of the key outcomes of this priority is to ensure that young people get accredited certificates on their training programmes, which will assist and allow them to play a contributing role in the development of our society and economy,” said Mr Mhambi.

Through the Contract Skills Development Goal (CSDG) training programme on the N3 development project, which SANRAL has embarked on in partnership with Raubexn Construction, and engineering consulting companies Corabrand, Nyeleti, and GIBB, young people who have participated in the programme have honed the necessary skills and training that will help them in furthering their careers.

Some of the initial recipients of the training programme have gone to establish their own businesses and others have been employed by various contractors that are currently undertaking work on the N3 development project.

“The training programme is offered on site to allow unemployed graduates to complete their work integrated learning and to eventually register as professionals in the construction industry. This mentoring programme has targeted not just technical development, but also personal and professional development, which we believe will build a strong foundation for these young people, as well as for the industry,” said Dumisani Nkabinde, SANRAL’s Chief Construction Operations and Maintenance Engineer.

Echoing Nkabinde’s sentiments, SANRAL Board Member Refilwe Buthelezi stressed the importance of mentoring young people. “I encourage young people among us to seek mentors who will be role models that they will emulate. These mentors will coach them in building themselves, find guidance and excel in their career development.”

“This programme has demonstrated the power of engineering to only solve problems, but to also empower and inspire our communities. We hope that this programme will not only encourage students to apply for jobs, but to inspire themselves to be entrepreneurs. This would require for them to lead and see opportunities, face those opportunities and find solutions to the problems that it faces,” added Buthelezi.

Princess Mtuli, one of the students who benefitted from the programme, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the programme. “Guidance from SANRAL has assisted us in not only learning about site preparation and gaining hands-on experience in other aspects of construction, but it has also helped us in learning about teamwork.”

“Through this programme, we have also learnt important skills such as quality assurance and understanding the high standards that are imposed by the construction industry. One of the significant takeaways from this programme is an emphasis on health and safety, which is a fundamental aspect of construction. Certainly, the skills we gained will enable us to further play a critical role in the development of the industry,” said Mtuli.

Malaika Ahiwe, another student who benefitted from the programme, agrees. “This programme has immensely contributed to my personal and professional development. My journey on this programme has been filled with growth, challenges and victories that will carry me throughout my career. The experience that I have gained has been life changing; it has opened my eyes, and I have been exposed to the various aspects of the construction industry. I can now say that I am ‘consciously competent’ because I’ve learned to work in a multidisciplinary environment, I’ve built my confidence, resilience and I now have a sense of purpose. Working on this programme has been a foundation for everything I hope to achieve in my career going forward,” said Ahiwe.

The first intake of the CSDG training programme started in October 2022 with 23 students. The 23 students were then supplemented with a further 17 students over three months and, by January 2023, there were 40 students on the programme. With a further intake of another 40 students, the total number increased to 80 students in the Cato Ridge component of the N3 development project.

In a country that experiences high levels of youth unemployment, the CSDG programme alone has seen almost 800 young people participate.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

UPGRADING OF N2 NATIONAL ROUTE BETWEEN GRAHAMSTOWN AND FISH RIVER PASS:
Blasting Works on N2 Sections 13 and 14 for May 2025.

Eastern Cape, 20 May 2025: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to notify road users that blasting operations are planned for the following dates in May 2025.

• Thursday 22 May 2025
• Monday 26 May 2025
• Thursday 29 May 2025

All blasting happens off the road and it normally does not affect public traffic. Under exceptional conditions, the road might be closed from 15h00 to 16h00.

Motorists travelling westwards between East London or eQonce and Gqeberha may consider using the following alternative route:

• From East London, follow the R72 to Port Alfred and Kenton-on-Sea through Ncanarha and turn left onto the N2 and continue to Gqeberha.

Motorists travelling eastwards between Gqeberha and eQonce or East London may consider using the following alternative routes:

• From Gqeberha, follow the N2 to Ncanarha and turn right onto the R72 at the junction at Ncanarha and travel on via Alexandria and Port Alfred to East London.
• From East London, turn left onto the N2 and travel westwards through to eQonce.

“Motorists are requested to plan their trips accordingly, consider alternative routes and use caution when making use of the roads,” said Kayakazi Mafuta, SANRAL Eastern Cape’s Acting Provincial Head.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

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