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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE OF N3 WESTVILLE TO PARADISE VALLEY FOR DEMOLITION OF LANGFORD ROAD BRIDGE

Durban, 5 August 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to inform motorists of a temporary road closure on the N3 for the demolition of the Langford Road Bridge, as part of the N3 Westville to Paradise Valley upgrade.

“Following the demolition of the Lancaster Terrace bridge in February 2024, and its subsequent reconstruction, the demolition and ultimate reconstruction of the Langford Road Bridge forms part of the next phase of SANRAL’s capacity and safety improvements to both the N3 and the eThekwini road network,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s KZN Provincial Specialist Geometrics Engineer.

The temporary road closures will take place as follows:

• N3 full closure (both directions) between St James Avenue and the M7 Farningham Ridge Interchange:

-From 16:30 on Saturday, 23 August 2025 to 05:00 on Monday, 25 August 2025

“The demolition and ultimate reconstruction of the Langford Road Bridge is a crucial step in enabling the addition of extra lanes on the N3 below. Once its demolition is complete vehicle traffic will be accommodated on the soon to be opened Lancaster Terrace bridge. A temporary steel bridge will be constructed near the current Langford Road bridge to accommodate pedestrians until the new bridge is complete,” continued 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:

N3 East (South) 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 traveling East and North are encouraged to make use of the M19. The M13 (King Cetshwayo highway) is available for light vehicles traveling East
• The M13 Ramp onto the N3 Eastbound at Paradise Valley Interchange will also be closed

N3 West (North) Bound Closures (Durban to Pinetown):

• The full closure will take place at the Ext 13 at St James Ave, where N3 west bound traffic will be diverted onto St James Ave and Harry Gwala Road as the final point of diversion for traffic.
• There will be full closure of the on ramp onto the N3 from Harry Gwala Rd and traffic will be diverted onto St James Ave to join the M13.

“We understand that these road closures cause major disruption so 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.” said Lowe.

MEDIA RELEASE

SANRAL DONATES LEARNING EQUIPMENT FOR BOVAAL AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL LEARNERS

SANRAL recently handed over learning equipment to Bovaal Agricultural School learners

Free State Province, 5 August 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) commemorated Nelson Mandela International Day in the Free State Province by donating learning equipment for learners of Bovaal Agricultural School in Bothaville this past week. The learning equipment included laptops to assist with digital literacy, gym equipment to promote physical wellness, and agricultural equipment to support the learners in practical learning in agricultural studies as well as to prepare them for real-world farming and agri-business applications.

This meaningful initiative by the road agency was part of its ongoing endeavours aimed at uplifting communities that live alongside its national road network.

“In line with SANRAL’s commitment to building communities beyond roads, this year’s Mandela Day activity for the Free State Province took place in Bothaville because this area hosts an active Urgent Routine Road Maintenance Project on the R30 national road which is being upgraded by SANRAL. Upgrading this national road will greatly assist in ensuring a safer and well-maintained road infrastructure for residents and road users. The R30 national road is one of the roads that was recently handed over to SANRAL by the Free State Provincial Government,” said Thandeka Ngema, SANRAL’s Acting Stakeholder Relations Coordinator for the Free State Province.

Bovaal Agricultural School is a public institution which delivers agriculturally based education to learners from surrounding rural communities. The school plays an important role in equipping young minds with technical skills in farming and agri-science, sectors which are critical to the region’s socio-economic development, which is predominantly agricultural driven.

Expressing his gratitude, Bovaal Agricultural School’s Principal, Hendrik Kleynhans, said the school is fortunate to have been identified by SANRAL for its Mandela Day initiative.

“On behalf of the school management, we want to express our heartfelt appreciation to SANRAL for this equipment, and we undertake to look after it with care. This equipment is going to assist us greatly with our mandate of delivering agriculturally based education. This year is our tenth consecutive year where we received a 100% pass rate. Last year, we had learners from these rural areas achieving Level 7 in Mathematics, with a 67% Bachelor rate,” said Kleynhans.

Nelson Mandela International Day is a global initiative that is rooted in the core values of community upliftment and empowerment, education development and infrastructure support, echoing the ethos of “67 minutes” inspired by former President Nelson Mandela’s legacy.

For SANRAL, this year’s initiative was aimed at supporting a community institution that aligns itself directly with the South African government’s mandate, which includes economic participation through rural and township development and agricultural revitalisation.

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MEDIA ALERT

SANRAL TO DONATE LEARNING TOOLS AND PROMOTE SCHOLARSHIP AND BURSARY OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARNERS IN THE NORTHWEST PROVINCE

Pretoria, 30 July 2025 – As part of the Mandela Month closing activities, the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) in partnership with Lekwa- Teemane Local Municipality will be visiting two schools to hand over essential educational resources such as scientific calculators, mathematics sets, printers, projectors and petrol grass cutters. In addition, SANRAL will engage with learners on the organisation’s scholarship and bursary opportunities to encourage them to apply.

SANRAL’s North West Provincial Head will be available to engage the media on site for interviews after the event.

The details of the event are as follows:

Date: 31 July 2025
Venues and Times:
Lerona Secondary School
Time: 10:00- 11:00
Gaopalelwe Secondary School
Time: 12:00 – 13:00

RSVP: Lerato Moloi on 067 598 3456 or moloil@nra.co.za
Members of the media are invited to attend.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

TEMPORARY NIGHT-TIME CLOSURE OF N2 SOUTHBOUND OFFRAMP AT EB
CLOETE INTERCHANGE

 

Durban, 30 July 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to advise motorists of the temporary night-time closure of the N2 southbound off-ramp to the N3 Pinetown. This off-ramp connects Umhlanga to Pinetown via the EB Cloete Interchange (Spaghetti Junction).

‘’The closure is required to safely facilitate resurfacing works on a section of the ramp. This is part of SANRAL’s ongoing upgrade and maintenance activities within the broader EB Cloete Interchange improvement programme.” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s KZN Provincial Specialist Geometrics Engineer.

The temporary road closures will take place as follows:

• N2 Southbound Off-Ramp to N3 Westbound (Pinetown)
  o From 20:00 on Wednesday, 30 July 2025 to 04:00 on Thursday, 31 July 2025

Alternative route:

Motorists travelling from the North Coast/Umhlanga toward Pinetown are advised to:

• Take the N2 to N3 Durban off-ramp
• Take the Sherwood off-ramp
• Turn right onto Jan Smuts Highway
• Turn right onto the N3 onramp
• Continue on the N3 to Pinetown
  Alternatively, drivers may take the M19 from the Umgeni Interchange to reach Pinetown.

‘’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,” said Lowe.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

N3 FULL ROAD CLOSURE NEAR MARKET ROAD, PIETERMARITZBURG FOR THE DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING N3 MARKET ROAD OVERPASS BRIDGE

Pietermaritzburg, 25 July 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has, as part of the N3 Section 3 Upgrade Project from Gladys Manzi Road to New England Road Interchange, announced the following temporary road closures for the demolition of the existing N3 Market Road Overpass Bridge:

• N3 full closure (both directions): From Saturday 2 August 2025 at 18:00 to Monday 4 August 2025 at 06:00

– N3 Northbound will be closed after the Market Road Interchange northbound (Pietermaritzburg bound) offramp

-N3 Southbound will be closed after the Market Road Interchange southbound (Durban bound) offramp

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The available alternative routes are:

• N3 Northbound: Alternative via Market Road offramp then temporary onramp back onto the N3 i.e. a minor deviation.
• N3 Southbound: Alternative via Market Road offramp, then left onto R103 to Ashburton, left onto Pope Ellis Drive and back onto the N3 via Ashburton Interchange.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Our traffic accommodation team, with the assistance of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), have carefully planned the closures and will manage and monitor them for their full duration” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s KZN Provincial Specialist Geometrics Engineer.

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,” said Lowe.

MEDIA RELEASE

SANRAL Signs R7bn Loan with New Development Bank to Fund Toll Portfolio Projects

SANRAL CEO Reginald Demana and the NDB’s Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Monale Ratsoma signed a R7bn loan agreement in Johannesburg today

 Pretoria, 22 July 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has successfully signed a R7 billion loan agreement with the New Development Bank (NDB) to support its various toll portfolio projects in the country.

Speaking at the official signing ceremony of the loan agreement in Sandton, Johannesburg, today (Tuesday), SANRAL Board Member Mahesh Fakir said that SANRAL is looking forward to the positive impact that will emanate from the long overdue funding. He also said that the funding will greatly assist the road agency to carry out its mandate.

“This loan agreement comes against the backdrop where the South African Government under President Cyril Ramaphosa will be spending almost a trillion rand in the next three years on the development of our country’s infrastructure. We are proud to be able to say that we are going to spend these funds on our road infrastructure projects, with key road works such as upgrading our national roads, widening carriageways, building extra lanes, as well as many other aspects that relate to road infrastructure,” said Fakir.

Fakir also said that key projects that will be funded through the NDB loan include the N3 Paradise Valley to Marianhill Toll Plaza, N3 Marianhill Toll Plaza to Key Ridge, N1 Zandkraal to Scottland, and the N1 Scottland to Winburg South project.

These four projects represent over R12.7 billion in investment, with more than R3.8 billion reserved for SMMEs and targeted enterprises, close to R1 billion in labour-driven economic inclusion, and far-reaching logistical, safety, and mobility enhancements for South Africa’s most important trade routes. These projects are expected to create an estimated 6600 job opportunities for local communities that live alongside them.

“As part of our ongoing efforts to support our government’s drive to achieve higher levels of economic growth, SANRAL will continue to implement strategic projects across the country and undertake massive investment in new infrastructure projects, while also upgrading and maintaining the national roads infrastructure projects that fall within its ambit. The loan agreement will support and allow SANRAL to continue paving the way to progress for the South African economy and society in general. SANRAL is looking forward to the positive impact that will emanate from the long overdue funding that will greatly assist the entity carry out its mandate,” said SANRAL’s Chief Executive Officer, Reginald Demana.

Demana also added that the loan will become effective as soon as the standard conditions precedent have been met. The balance of the borrowing limit (pegged at R16.5 billion) approved by National Treasury not utilised by the NDB loan will be used to raise funding in the domestic market, including, but not limited to bonds, and syndicated and bi-lateral loans, he said.

According to Monale Ratsoma, the NDB’s Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, new economic opportunities will be provided for ordinary South Africans through the loan agreement with SANRAL.

“We are here together as partners that share a common vision for South Africa’s future. As the NDB, we are fully behind the mandate of SANRAL to improve people’s lives and enable much needed commerce through the provision of quality road infrastructure. The NDB is also proud that the financing offered is denominated in local currency. This will provide the necessary cushioning against currency fluctuations, which often tend to reduce the benefits of the support offered and increase overall risk to the fiscus and corporate balance sheets if not adequately hedged. As the NDB, we have a deliberate focus in providing local currency financing to our partners,” said Ratsoma.

President Ramaphosa announced during this year’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) that the South African Government continues to engage local and international financial institutions and investors to unlock R100 billion in infrastructure financing.

A project preparation bid window has been launched to fast-track investment readiness. This includes revised regulations for public-private partnerships, which will unlock private sector expertise and funds. Government will spend more than R940 billion on infrastructure over the next three years. This will include R375 billion in spending by SOEs. This funding will revitalise South Africa’s roads and bridges, build dams and waterways, modernise our ports and airports, and power the country’s economy, President Ramaphosa added.

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MEDIA ALERT

SANRAL To Sign R7bn Loan Agreement with New Development Bank To Support Toll Portfolio Projects

Pretoria, 21 July 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) will sign a R7 billion loan agreement with the New Development Bank (NDB) to support its various toll portfolio projects in the country.

Projects that will be supported by the loan include those that are in the country’s key economic corridors such as the N2/N3 national roads project in KwaZulu-Natal, as well as the N1 national road, to mention a few.

The details of the loan signing agreement are as follows:

Date: Tuesday, 22 July 2025
Time: 11h00 – 13h00
Venue: ARC Regional Office, 135 Daisy Street, Sandton, Johannesburg

Members of the media are invited to attend.

For RSVP, please contact Lwando Mahlasela on 082 440 5305 or MahlaselaL@nra.co.za.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES OF THE N3 AND RAMPS AT THE EB CLOETE INTERCHANGE FOR THE THAMES PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE DEMOLITION

Durban, 21 July 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to advise motorists of temporary closures on the Ramps on EB Cloete Interchange and N3 freeway to allow for the safe demolition of the Thames Pedestrian Bridge and associated infrastructure works near the EB Cloete Interchange. The closures are part of SANRAL’s upgrade works at the EB Cloete Interchange and surrounding freeway network.

“SANRAL remains committed to minimizing disruption wherever possible and ensuring all construction activities meet the highest safety standards. These temporary closures are necessary to facilitate work that supports the long-term expansion of the N2 and N3, including the removal of the Thames Pedestrian Bridge and preparation of deep foundation structures,” said Corné Roux, SANRAL KwaZulu- Natal Project Manager.

The public is urged to take note of the details below and plan their routes in advance.

CLOSURE LOCATIONS & TIMES

1.N3 Westbound; Durban to Pinetown– Full Closure of the N3 as well as the N3 Westbound Ramp; from N2 Northbound (Amanzimtoti to Pinetown)

Between EB Cloete Interchange and Spine Road / St James Avenue Off-Ramp.

From 18:00 on Saturday 26 July 2025, to 09:00 on Sunday 27 July 2025

• This closure is required for the safe demolition of the Thames Pedestrian Bridge structure that spans the N3 corridor. This route for the N3 westbound will be fully reopened once the area has been cleared of all debris and is safe for traffic.

2.N3 Eastbound; Pinetown to Durban, as well as the Loop Ramps from Westville to Durban, also Spine Road to Durban – Full Closure

Immediately after Spine Road / St James Avenue Off-Ramp from the N3.

From 18:00, Saturday 26 July 2025 to 18:00, Sunday 27 July 2025

• Full 24-hour closure of this route is required to support bridge removal and associated protection works

3.N2 Southbound (Umhlanga to N3 Westbound Pinetown) – Ramp Closure

Closure at Spaghetti Junction – Ramp to N3 Pinetown.

From 18:00, Saturday 26 July 2025 to 18h00, Sunday 27 July 2025

• This closure will also allow for deep excavation and foundational works beneath the freeway in preparation for infrastructure construction for the bridge upgrade programme.

This initiative forms part of SANRAL’s continuous efforts to enhance pedestrian safety and improve traffic infrastructure along the N3 corridor.

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 and/or find suitable staging areas over this timeframe 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 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 advised to plan their routes ahead of time and where possible leave for destinations earlier than usual.

ALTERNATIVE ROUTES

N3 Westbound Closures (Durban to Pinetown)

From 18:00, Saturday 26 July 2025 to 09:00, Sunday 27 July 2025

• N3 Westbound fully closed at EB Cloete Interchange (aka “Spaghetti Junction”)
• N2 Northbound off-ramp will remain open (coming from Durban to Umhlanga)
• N2 Southbound off-ramp will remain open (coming from Durban to Amanzimtoti)

N2 Northbound Closures (Amanzimtoti to Pinetown)

From 18:00, Saturday 26 July 2025 to 09:00, Sunday 27 July 2025

• N3 Westbound off-ramp closed (coming from Amanzimtoti to Pinetown)
• N3 Eastbound off-ramp will remain open (coming from Amanzimtoti to Durban)
• The N2 North and South mainlines will remain open

N3 Eastbound Closures (Pinetown to Durban)

From 18:00, Saturday 26 July 2025 to 18:00, Sunday 27 July 2025

• N3 Eastbound to Durban fully closed at the St James/Spine Road Interchange
• The N3 off-ramp to Westville will remain open at the St James/Spine Road Interchange

N2 Southbound Closure (Umhlanga to Pinetown)

From 18:00, Saturday 26 July 2025 to 18h00, Sunday 27 July 2025

• N2 Southbound off-ramp to the N3 Pinetown closed
• The N2 North and South mainlines will remain open
• N2 Southbound off-ramp to the N3 to Durban will remain open
• Motorists travelling south from the North Coast to Pinetown before 09:00 on Sunday 27 July 2025, can use the off-ramp to the N3 to Durban (at the Spaghetti Junction) and take the off-ramp to Sherwood, head south on the M13 and then take the N3 on-ramp at Sherwood to Pinetown. Alternatively, take the M19 from Umgeni Interchange to Pinetown.

“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 will be reduced during construction,” added Roux.

 

MEDIA RELEASE

SANRAL to Fix R21 Sinkhole in Olifantsfontein

 

Gauteng, 17 July 2025– The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) is ready to fix an emergency sinkhole located at Km 0.3 on section 2 of the R21 national road, northbound in Olifantsfontein. The urgent repair project, valued at R154 million, will not only fix a major road hazard but also open doors for job creation, training, and empowerment to locals.

The sinkhole has raised safety concerns for road users traveling in and out of Olifantsfontein and surrounding areas. The roads agency has appointed Terra Strata Construction as the main contractor to carry out the critical repair works for a period of 11 months. The project is currently in its mobilisation phase, sourcing SMMEs and labourers and preparing for site establishment. Construction is expected to start mid-September.

SANRAL’s Provincial Head for Gauteng province, Progress Hlahla, noted that this is the second sinkhole to be fixed in the vicinity of the Olifantsfontein interchange. “This area has dolomite rock which increases the risk of sinkhole formation. In this regard, SANRAL continues to closely monitor its roads and will act to mitigate any risks to road users. While repairs are underway, there will be some traffic disruptions, but SANRAL will endeavour to minimize the impact to motorists” said Hlahla.

Speaking at a stakeholder engagement SMME information session, convened together with the City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, in Kempton Park on Friday, Nontobeko Mathenjwa, who is a SANRAL Project Manager in the Gauteng province, highlighted the scope of works and opportunities that the project will bring to locals.

“The project scope includes drilling boreholes, compact grouting, and resurfacing the road after the sinkhole repairs. But what makes this project even more meaningful is the intentional inclusion of SMMEs, local labourers, community members and development of designated groups”.

“The project’s contractor participation goals are designed to empower SMMEs and support inclusive economic growth. We encourage participation from targeted enterprises with CIDB grades 1 to 4 and, there are also opportunities for unskilled labourers from the local community” said Mathenjwa.

Elaborating on the opportunities, Mathenjwa also said the project has work packages that do not require CIDB registration for wider economic inclusion. These include services such as security provision, employee transport, diesel supply, mobile toilets, accommodation of traffic, and plant hire.

“To further support development and sustainability of local businesses, training will be offered to SMMEs involved in the project, to better equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge for future opportunities in the industry. All training will include both theory and practical on-site components to ensure hands on experience” added Mathenjwa.

In addition to project specific training, community members from the affected area will have access to training opportunities for the duration of the project. Through the project, SANRAL will also create space for FET college students, in-service trainees, and candidate engineers to receive the practical experience they require to complete their studies and grow professionally.

SANRAL remains committed to safe roads, empowered communities, and a transformed construction industry.

SMMEs are encouraged to stay informed about upcoming tender opportunities by visiting the SANRAL electronic supplier desk website on www.sanralesdd.co.za.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY

PARTIAL FAST LANE CLOSURES ON N3 KEY RIDGE TO HAMMARSDALE INTERCHANGE

Durban, 15 July 2025 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises motorists of a planned partial fast lane closure on the N3 northbound between Key Ridge and the Hammarsdale Interchange. The closure will take place on 2 August 2025, from 09h00 to 15h00, to allow for the surveying 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, 2 August 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. Should high volumes of vehicles utilize the alternative route substantial delays are, however, likely as the R103 is unable to handle the same volume of traffic as the N3.

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