Kimberley, 6 September 2026 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises motorists that the N1 national road between Richmond and Hanover has been reopened to traffic following a road tanker overturning, which resulted in a hazardous-material spill.

The road was reopened on 5 September 2026 at 20:50, following the successful recovery and removal of the hazardous-material tanker/trailer.

The clean-up of the affected area was completed today, 6 September 2026, at 11:56. Recovery and clean-up operations have now been finalised, the scene has been cleared, and the incident is officially closed.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution when travelling through the affected section of the N1 and to comply with all traffic accommodation measures and instructions from law enforcement and emergency personnel.

“SANRAL confirms that the recovery and clean-up operations have been completed, the scene has been cleared, and the incident is now officially closed. We thank all those who assisted in the management of the incident, as well as motorists and stakeholders for their patience and cooperation throughout the process,” said Emile Du Preez, SANRAL’s Provincial Head for the Northern Cape Province.

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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