Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS THE LENGTH OF SANRAL ROADS CURRENTLY IN LIMPOPO?
3 645km.

PLEASE GIVE A LIST OF SANRAL ROADS IN LIMPOPO

  • N1 from Gauteng/Limpopo border to Beit Bridge border post
  • N11 from Mpumalanga/Limpopo border to Grobler’s bridge border post
  • R33 from Marble Hall to Lephalale
  • R36 from MP/LP border to N1 (Bandelierkop)
  • R37 from Polokwane to LP/MP border
  • R40 from MP/LP border to R71 (Phalaborwa)
  • R71 from Polokwane to Phalaborwa
  • R81 from Polokwane to Giyani
  • R101 from Bela Bela to Polokwane
  • R510 from NW/LP border to Monte Christo
  • R511 from NW/LP border to R510 near Thabazimbi
  • R516 from Bela Bela to Thabazimbi
  • R518 from Lephalale to to Lebowakgomo
  • R520 from Vaalwater to R510
  • R521 from Polokwane to Vivo
  • R523 from Vivo to Masekwaspoort
  • R524 from Makhado to Kruger National Park (Punda Maria)
  • R526 from Mica to R71
  • R529 from R71 to Giyani
  • R531 from R40 to Kruger National Park
  • R532 from R36 to MP/LP border
  • R555 from Stofberg to Burgersfort
  • R567 from N11 to Seshego
  • R572 from Monte Christo to Tom Burke
  • R573 from Siyabuswa to Marble Hall (Moloto Road)
  • R574 from R33 near Groblersdal to Mmotwaneng
  • R578 from Makhado to Giyani
  • R579 from Mmotwaneng to Lebowakgomo

WHICH PROJECTS ARE CURRENTLY UNDERWAY IN LIMPOPO?

  • R573 Moloto Road
  • N1 Polokwane Ring Road
  • N1 Musina Ring Road
  • R518 Lephalale to Marken

WHAT IS THE PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PLAN TO ENSURE SANRAL ROADS IN LIMPOPO REACH INTERNATIONAL NORMS?
SANRAL focuses on the effective maintenance of its roads through ongoing routine road maintenance contracts. These contracts generally run for three years, with an option for a two-year extension, depending on the performance of the maintenance contractor and supervision team. Presently, SANRAL has twelve routine road maintenance contracts for all its roads in Limpopo.

HOW HAS THE N1 HELPED UNLOCK THE ECONOMIC POTENTIAL OF THE REGION?
It has provided the necessary road connection between different regions. This enables the efficient transportation of goods and produce. It also provides a good connection to Limpopo’s tourist attractions. Importantly, the development of the N1 stimulated the creation of opportunities for contractors, SMMEs and local labour, as well as other related businesses through downstream activities.

WHY IS THE R573 MOLOTO ROAD UPGRADE IMPORTANT?
The Moloto Road is an economic route connecting the Limpopo, Mpumalanga and Gauteng provinces. It serves 50 000 commuters daily. This road is notorious for its high fatality rate. Upgrades will have a positive impact on the lives of many people and will reduce travel time and fatalities. The construction of the road has also created employment and opportunities for the development of small contractors, suppliers and other businesses.

HOW IS SANRAL CONTRIBUTING TO LOCAL JOB CREATION?
Suitably qualified emerging enterprises are given an opportunity to perform some of the work awarded to main contractors. As per the government’s policy for SMME development, main contractors are required to subcontract 30% of the contract value to SMMEs of CIDB grading 1-6.

WHAT DO BETTER ROADS IN LIMPOPO MEAN FOR OUR ECONOMY?
Road infrastructure plays an important role in the national economy. Limpopo has much to offer tourists. It is vital to have good roads to enable easy access to tourist attractions. Roads are also a conduit to export markets.

HOW DO I BRING ROAD CONDITIONS TO SANRAL’S ATTENTION?
All SANRAL-managed roads have road signs that display contact numbers, on which road conditions on that road can be reported. Otherwise SANRAL’s Northern Region Office can be contacted during office hours on 012-426-6200.

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