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SANRAL ADVISES ROAD USERS OF FLOOD DAMAGED ROADS IN LIMPOPO PROVINCE

Pretoria, 17 February 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises road users of flood damage caused by inclement weather conditions on some of its national road network in Limpopo Province.

“The R529 national road section between Giyani and Tzaneen, the R518 national road between Mokopane and Marken, the national road R33 between Lephalale and Vaalwater, the national road R573 between Moteti and Oorloog as well as the R524 national road between Makhado and Thohoyandou have all been affected.

“The R529 national road between Giyani and Tzaneen was damaged by heavy rains where the road crosses the Great Letaba River. The damage has resulted in a slope failure, which caused the collapse of the paved shoulder, and Armco steel pipes have been washed away, including aprons and wing walls, making the road vulnerable to collapse. SANRAL’s routine road maintenance (RRM) team, working together with local traffic enforcement, closed the road after assessing the damage. A detour has been identified to divert traffic away from the damage,” said Madoda Mthembu, SANRAL’s Provincial Manager for Limpopo Province.

“The R518 national road between Mokopane and Marken has been damaged by heavy rains and a slope failure, resulting in a landslide at the Kloof Pass. One lane at Kloof Pass has been completely blocked by material falling from the slope. The road has been closed to traffic as a precaution. Motorists travelling from Lephalale to Mokopane can use the R518 to Marken and take the R561 which links with the N11 at Baltimore and from there to Mokopane and vice versa.

Mthembu also said that the R33 national road between Lephalale and Vaalwater has been damaged by heavy rains resulting in damaged pavement and the road has been closed to traffic. Motorists travelling from Lephalale can use the R510 and join the R520 towards Vaalwater and vice versa.

The R573 national road between Moteti village and Oorloog near Siyabuswa has been damaged by heavy rains resulting in the partial collapse of the major culvert. The road is still open to traffic. Should the collapse deteriorate, the road will be closed to traffic and the only alternative is the provincial road R568 from KwaMhlanga in Mpumalanga towards Siyabuswa which joins back to the R573 towards Marble Hall.

“The R524 national road between Makhado and Thohoyandou, on the other hand, is pothole ridden because of the floods damage. SANRAL is in the process of clearing water ponding on the road and fixing open potholes. This will largely depend on weather clearing up to allow for the maintenance teams to fix the potholes,” added Mthembu.

SANRAL is in discussions with the provincial and local law enforcement authorities to make road users public aware of where detours, temporary bypasses will be located, with proper signage to be erected.

SANRAL appeals to motorists to adhere to road warning signs, to reduce travel speed and drive with extreme caution in the heavy rains.

 

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

SANRAL N2/N3 EB CLOETE UPGRADE ROAD CLOSURES Pietermaritzburg,

12 February 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) announces road closure on the N3 EB Cloete Interchange, affecting the flyover bridge from Durban central business district (N3 Westbound) to King Shaka International Airport for the installation and placement of barriers along the affected route.

“These closures are essential to enable barrier placement and support the ongoing work to widen and raise the bridge, a critical element of SANRAL’s extensive upgrade of the EB Cloete Interchange,” said Corné Roux, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Project Engineer.

SANRAL appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as it undertakes this vital project to alleviate long term traffic congestion in the area.

THE CLOSURES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

• Closure 1: Wednesday 19 February 2025 at 22:00 to Thursday 20 February 2025 at 04:00 for the installation of barriers

• Closure 2: Thursday 20 February 2025 at 22:00 to Friday 21 February 2025 at 04:00 for the installation of barriers
• Closure 3: Friday 21 February 2025 at 22:00 to Saturday 22 February 2025 at 04:00 for the final barrier installation.

NOTE THAT THE REMAINDER OF THE EB CLOETE INTERCHANGE WILL REMAIN FULLY OPEN TO TRAFFIC.

When travelling from Durban CBD on the N3 Westbound and connecting to the N2 North, please follow these alternative routes:
• Continue on the N3 Westbound towards St James Avenue (Pavilion) Interchange;
• Take the Off Ramp;
• Turn right onto St James Avenue;
• Take the loop ramp on the left back onto the N3 towards Durban;
• On approaching EB Cloete Interchange, take the offramp to the N2 Northbound (towards KSIA).

To ensure safety for both road users and the construction team, full traffic accommodation plans are in place, with signage, barriers, and traffic-calming measures already installed.

Trucks and heavy vehicles are advised to delay trips over these times or use staging areas to minimize congestion. Public transport operators should ensure drivers are aware of route closures and alternative routes affecting their schedules. Light vehicles and emergency services are encouraged to utilize alternative routes.

A detailed alternative route guide is included below and can be found on this link: https://www.nra.co.za/project-n2n3-upgrades?region_id=eastern

All road users are strongly advised to plan routes in advance and leave for destinations earlier than usual to avoid delays.

“SANRAL appeals to road users to note and comply with the advance warning signs and speed restrictions when travelling past the construction work zones. To prioritise the safety of both the construction workers and road users, the speed limit along the route is reduced during construction, added Roux.

For editorial content or additional information contact Lwando Mahlasela on 082 440 4305 or pressoffice@nra.co.za

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MEDIA RELEASE
SANRAL announces toll tariff adjustment effective 1 March 2025

Pretoria, 10 February 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) hereby notifies the public of the adjustment to the toll tariffs effective from 1 March 20254.
The tariffs are adjusted annually in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) as obtained from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). The annual toll tariffs will increase by 4.84%, as published in the Government Gazette of 7 February 2025. This rate is less than last year’s 6.25% adjustment.

SANRAL’s General Manager for Communications and Marketing, Vusi Mona, explained that toll revenue is necessary to maintain, operate and improve toll roads, as well as to service debt incurred to implement a toll road project.
“The funds go a long way towards ensuring that SANRAL fulfils its mandate of delivering quality road infrastructure that adds value to the lives of South African citizens,” said Mona.

He also said that key economic infrastructure, such as the national road network, is a precondition for providing basic services such as electricity, water, sanitation, telecommunications and public transport, and this road network therefore needs to meet industrial, commercial and household needs.

“SANRAL is empathetic to the South African public, considering the current state of the economy. However, it is equally important to introduce the adjustments to ensure that the agency continues to deliver safe and quality roads to the benefit of all road users,” added Mona.

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

TRAFFIC ADVISORY Temporary Turning Restrictions at N2 Beacon Way Intersection in Plettenberg Bay

Western Cape, 06 February 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to inform road users that there will be short term changes to the traffic flow through the construction works area at the Beacon Way Intersection on the N2 in Plettenberg Bay for a few days in the second week of February 2025.

In order for the Contractor to complete the asphalt layers around the circle and into Beacon Way, they must deviate traffic in the area around the circle and between the various newly constructed islands at the intersection.

The flow of traffic will be rerouted both out of Beacon Way and on the N2 over the next week.

In the interest of road safety, including the safety of the construction team, lane restrictions and lane rerouting will continue to be implemented at this intersection. Traffic coming out of Beacon Way will NOT be able to turn right and will be directed up to the circle at Shell for a few hours on TWO of next week’s days.

Similarly, motorists coming from Knysna and turning into Beacon Way will NOT be able to turn right into Beacon Way and will be directed along to the Old Nick / Keurbooms caravan park intersection or beyond for a few hours on TWO of next week’s days.

Due to the above conditions, motorists are requested to plan their trips accordingly and use alternative routes wherever possible.

Alternative Routes

• Road users going to Plettenberg Bay from Knysna should use the Marine Way entrance to move in and out.

• All road users leaving Plett, going to the malls in Beacon Way or moving in and out of Poortjies should use Bowtie or other routes to get onto the N2.

• 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 to obey temporary and permanent signage when travelling through the construction area. SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.
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Issued by SANRAL. For editorial content or additional information contact Lwando Mahlasela on 082 440 5305 or pressoffice@nra.co.za

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

For lane closures and shoulder closures on the N2 Section 11 from Linton Grange Interchange to St Albans Interchange

Eastern Cape, 04 FEBRUARY  2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises road users that lane closures and shoulder closures will be implemented on the N2 Section 11, from the Linton Grange Interchange to St Albans Interchange, where the project is currently underway.

The effective date is from 04 February 2025 until 28 February 2025.

There will be a minimum of three lane closures within a 24-hour period, for km19.4 to km22.8 on the West Bound Fast Lane, km12.8 to km16.6 West Bound Fast Lane, and km12.8 to km16.6 East Bound slow lane.

Additionally, there will be daytime moving closure; East Bound Fast and Slow Lane, km8 to 12.6, and West Bound Fast Lane km 8 to12.6.

Motorists can expect minimal delays, due to the required reduction in traveling speed to ensure safety.

Motorists can expect the movement of construction plant along the closures.

“The extensive scope of this project includes texture correction, rut corrections, in-situ recycling of base using bituminous emulsion, base patches, and resealing existing road surface. Although these activities may result in temporary inconveniences, the substantial long-term benefits primarily revolve around preserving infrastructure. The preservation and improvement of road infrastructure not only guarantees smoother travel experiences but also play a crucial role in enhancing the economic and social well-being of the community,” said Mbulelo Peterson, SANRAL Southern Region’s Regional Manager.

SANRAL appeals to motorists to adhere to the warning signs, to reduce speed when approaching the construction zones and to plan their trips accordingly.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Full Closure for blasting activities near the N3 Peacevale Interchange

Durban, 4 February 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced that the N3 national road will be fully closed on Thursday, 20 February 2025 between 14h30 and 15h00 to facilitate blasting next to the Peacevale Interchange, as part of the N3 Section 2 Realignment Project.

“The N3 closure will take place between the M13/N3 split and the Hammarsdale Interchange. Closures will also be necessary on the Meadway Road at Thousand Hills Street intersection and at the Peacevale Interchange. Our traffic accommodation team, with the assistance of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), will manage and monitor the diversion of traffic during all sessions” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Specialist Geometrics Engineer.

The full road closure will take place as follows:

Thursday 20 February 2025
14h30 to 14h45 – Close N3 and secondary road and blast .
14h45 to 15h00 – Clean up any debris on the N3 and secondary road.
15h00 – Reopen 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 whilst 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,” added Lowe.

 

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Special Maintenance for Slope Stability on National Route R58 Section 5 from Lady Grey (Km 0) to Barkly East (Km 66.1)

 Blasting Works on the R58 between Lady Grey and Barkly East

Eastern Cape, 4 February 2025: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to notify travellers that blasting will take place on the R58 Section 5 (Km 16.7) between Lady Grey and Barkly East on Tuesday, 11 February  at 12pm.

The road will be closed for 30 minutes to allow sufficient time for the blasting and cleaning-up operations and to ensure safety for the travelling public.

Unfortunately, there are no suitable alternative routes in this section. Any alternative routes would take a longer travelling period than the waiting period at the closure.

“Motorists are requested to plan their trips accordingly and to use caution when making use of the roads,” said Mbulelo Peterson, SANRAL Southern Region’s Regional Manager.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

 

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

UPGRADING OF NATIONAL ROUTE N2 BETWEEN GRAHAMSTOWN AND FISH RIVER PASS: SECTION 13 KM 92.6 TO KM 103.6 AND SECTION 14 BETWEEN KM 0.0 AND KM 5.05

Blasting Works on N2 Sections 13 and 14 for February 2025.

 

Eastern Cape, 29 January 2025: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) would like to notify travellers that blasting operations are planned for the following dates in February 2025.

• Monday 3 February 2025
• Thursday 6 February 2025
• Monday 10 February 2025
• Thursday 13 February 2025
• Monday 17 February 2025
• Thursday 20 February 2025
• Monday 24 February 2025
• Thursday 27 February 2025

All Blasting on the above dates will be at 15h00.

The road will be closed on these days from 15h00, for a maximum period of one hour, up to 16h00, to allow sufficient time for cleaning of the existing N2 and making it safe for the travelling public.

There will be further closures on Section 13 from km 84+500 to km 85+900 and from km 79+100 to km 79+600 that will constrain traffic to a single-lane (stop-go) for 24 hours per day.

Motorists travelling westwards between East London or King Williams Town (Qonce) and Gqeberha may consider using the following alternative route:

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

Motorists travelling eastwards between Gqeberha and King Williams Town (Qonce) or East London may consider using the following alternative routes:

• From Gqeberha, follow the N2 to Nanaga and turn right onto the R72 at the junction at Nanaga and travel on via Alexandria and Port Alfred to East London.
• From East London or King Williams Town (Qonce), turn onto the N2 and travel westwards through to King Williams Town (Qonce)

“Motorists are requested to plan their trips accordingly, consider alternative routes and use caution when making use of the roads,” said Andrew van Gruting, SANRAL Southern Region’s Acting Regional Manager.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Ramp closure from N3 East to N2 Southbound for Bridge Jacking at EB Cloete Interchange

Durban, 27 January 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) informs road users of road closures for bridge jacking at the EB Cloete Interchange (aka Spaghetti Junction), affecting the route from Pinetown (N3 Eastbound) to Amanzimtoti (N2 Southbound).

This major road network has been under significant stress for several years, with traffic volumes far exceeding the original design capacity of the EB Cloete Interchange and its feeder roads.

“These closures are necessary to facilitate the vertical jacking of the bridge deck at the EB Cloete Interchange, which impacts the route from Pinetown (N3 Eastbound) to Amanzimtoti (N2 Southbound),” said Corné Roux, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Project Engineer.

“The bridge will be raised and widened over the N2 and N3 as part of SANRAL’s extensive upgrade of the EB Cloete Interchange. This critical work, scheduled to take place over four consecutive weeks (with reserve dates allocated in case of inclement weather), will significantly improve the capacity and efficiency of this vital transport route,” said Roux”.

CLOSURE OF THE FLYOVER BRIDGE FROM PINETOWN (N3 EASTBOUND) TO AMANZIMTOTI (N2 SOUTHBOUND) AS FOLLOWS:

• Closure 1: From 14:00, Saturday 08 February 2025 to 02:00, Monday 10 February 2025 for the removal of existing barriers,
• Closure 2: From 14:00, Saturday 15 February 2025 to 02:00, Monday 17 February 2025 for the first stage of jacking,
• Closure 3: From 14:00, Saturday 22 February 2025 to 02:00, Monday 24 February 2025 for the second stage of jacking,
• Closure 4: From 14:00, Saturday 01 March 2025 to 02:00, Monday 03 March 2025 for the third stage of jacking,

Reserve dates (in case of inclement weather):

• Closure 5: From 14:00, Saturday 08 March 2025 to 02:00, Monday 10 March 2025 reserved date,

Please take note that the remainder of the EB Cloete Interchange will remain fully open to traffic.

When traveling on the N3 Eastbound from Pinetown and intending to proceed to the N2 Southbound towards Amanzimtoti, the following alternative route is recommended:

• Continue on the N3 Eastbound towards Sherwood Interchange.
• Take the off ramp.
• Turn right onto Jan Smuts Highway (M13).
• Turn right back onto N3 Eastbound.
• On approaching EB Cloete Interchange take the offramp to the N2 Southbound (towards Amanzimtoti).

“To ensure safety for both road users and the construction team, full traffic accommodation plans are in place, with signage, barriers, and traffic-calming measures already installed.

“Trucks and heavy vehicles are advised to delay trips over these times or use staging areas to minimize congestion. Public transport operators should ensure drivers are aware of route closures and alternative routes affecting their schedules. Light vehicles and emergency services are encouraged to utilize alternative routes,” added Roux.

A detailed alternative route guide is included below and can be found on this link: https://www.nra.co.za/project-n2n3-upgrades?region_id=eastern

All road users are strongly advised to plan routes in advance and leave for destinations earlier than usual to avoid delays.

SANRAL appeals to road users to note and comply with the advance warning signs and speed restrictions when travelling past the construction work zones. To prioritise the safety of both the construction workers and road users, the speed limit along the route is reduced during construction.

SANRAL appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as it undertakes this vital project to alleviate long term traffic congestion in the area.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Full closure to accommodate blasting activities near N3 Peacevale Interchange

Durban, 24 January 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced full closure of the N3 national road near the Peacevale Interchange to facilitate blasting on Thursday, 13 February 2025 between 14h30 and 15h00, as part of the N3, Section 2 Realignment Project.

The N3 closure will take place between the M13/N3 split and the Hammarsdale Interchange. Closures will also be done between the Meadway Road and Thousand Hills Street intersection, as well as at the Peacevale Interchange.

“Our traffic accommodation team, with the assistance of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), will manage and monitor the diversion of traffic during all sessions” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Specialist Geometrics Engineer.

The full road closure will take place as follows:

Thursday 13 February 2025

14h30 to 14h45 – Close N3 and secondary road and blast.

14h45 to 15h00 – Clean up any debris on the N3 and secondary road.

15h00 – Reopen 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 whilst 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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