Premier Winde and Minister Simmers to officially open Malmesbury Bypass

On Tuesday, 31 March 2026, Premier Alan Winde and Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers will officially open the newly upgraded Malmesbury Bypass.

This R693 million project began in May 2023 and involved constructing a crucial 6.7 km roadway connecting the Hopefield Interchange on the N7 with the junction of the R45 (towards Wellington) and the R46 (towards Riebeek Kasteel).

The development also includes five new bridges and a grade-separated interchange at the R45/R46 junction, which will enhance accessibility and road safety all with the view of supporting growth in the Swartland region.

Details:
Date: Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Time: 13:30 – 14:30
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JyRHAQrvqpPrU1Cs7

There will be opportunities for photographs, video footage, and media interviews.

Any media wishing to attend can contact Regan Thaw, Spokesperson to the Premier, at 083 627 7246 or Regan.Thaw@westerncape.gov.za or Melt Botes, Spokesperson to Minister Simmers at Melchior.Botes@westerncape.gov.za or 082 431 0068.