Notice of blasting activities on a section of the N9 (5KM) Between George and Oudtshoorn

As part of the current construction activities on the N9 between Oudtshoorn and George, the Contractor will be required to conduct blasting operations to remove and extract rock for construction purposes. Blasting is scheduled to commence on 18 March 2026.

During each blasting operation, traffic will be halted at three control points for approximately three hours, be-tween 14h00 and 17h00, to ensure the safe detonation of the blast and the removal of any loose material before the road is reopened to traffic.

Advance warning signs will be placed along the N9 near Oudtshoorn, Uniondale, and George to inform the travelling public of the first scheduled road closure. These signs will be installed one week before blasting operations commence. Additional signs will be positioned within 10 km of the closure points to re-mind road users of upcoming disruptions.

On each blasting day, the Traffic Safety Officer will close the road at 14:00 and ensure that the blasting area is cleared. After blasting is completed, the contractor will remove any rock debris and clean the roadway, if required. Once the road has been inspected and declared safe, the Traffic Safety Officer will reo-pen the road at approximately 17:00.

We anticipate approximately 6 full closures during this first phase of work, which will run from 18 March 2026 to the end of May 2026.

We kindly request the public’s patience during this period. Where possible, please avoid travelling on the N9 on blasting days or make use of alternative routes.

Any queries related to the above may be directed to the following parties:

• Engineer’s Representative (Zutari): 071 863 5420;
• Site Agent (Roadmac Surfacing Cape): 082 748 2115;
• Traffic Safety Officer (TSO): 083 778 7075.