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Notice Date: 5 June 2023 R44 (Clarence Drive) remains open. Notice Date: 2 June 2023 R44 (Clarence Drive): road reopened The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure can confirm that the R44 Clarence Drive has been reopened to traffic. More rain is expected this weekend which could lead to...
As we enter the festive season, many of us will be on the roads heading to holiday spots or visiting family and friends all over the country. A road trip gives holidaymakers the chance to thoroughly enjoy the sights of the Western Cape along its famous scenic routes. Explore the Western Cape Cape...
Why an embargo? The Department of Transport and Public Works is committed to promoting road safety therefore an embargo is placed on abnormal loads and vehicles during certain periods such as public holidays or long weekends. An abnormal load or vehicle can obstruct the vision of other vehicles on...
To avoid frustration, your expected driving time should always take into account the possibility that there may be roadblocks on the way. Roadblocks, also known as traffic law enforcement operations, are featured in the 2016-2030 National Road Safety Strategy (NRSS), the national Department of...
Rail services are provided by Metrorail. The Metrorail Western Cape website provides up-to-date timetable, fee and route information. Rail Enforcement Unit On 28 October 2018, the Department of Transport launched the long awaited Rail Enforcement Unit (REU) as force multiplier to bolster the...
Traffic signals on the N2, mainly between the N2/Sir Lowry's Pass intersection and the N2/Hlati intersection has been problematic for a considerable length of time leading to great frustration in the area. This was due to an Eskom electricity supply issue that left the sites without power and...