For your safety, please be aware that the Powervan is actively using the railway track in the Outeniqua Mountains with multiple daily trips. All hikers, cyclists, and visitors near the railway line should exercise caution. Important Safety Guidelines: • Stay Off the Track: Avoid walking directly on or near the […]
Route Updates
Contractors making progress with the new bridge into Nieu-Bethesda
Good progress is being made with the new bridge into Nieu-Bethesda. The contractor is currently filling up the ends of the bridge. In December 2022 Nieu-Bethesda experienced a flood when the Gats River came down after more than 100mm rain in one day. The bridge was so badly damaged that […]
Dr Hifikepunye Pohamba Freeway open to traffic in Namibia
The Dr Hifikepunye Pohamba Freeway is now open to traffic (no more detours). It is a safer alternative to driving the B2 route between Swakop and Walvis along the coast.
Multi-disciplinary rest stop on the R23 Road in Standerton
As part of commemorating the October Transport Month (OTM), the Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison (DCSSL) conducted a multi-disciplinary Rest Stop on R23 Road in Standerton on Friday, 25 October 2024. The event was supported by the Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport (DPWRT), Lekwa local Municipality, […]
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy to conduct oversight visit to Huguenot Tunnel
Members of the media are hereby invited to join the Minister of Transport, Ms. Barbara Creecy on Thursday, 24 October during an oversight visit to the South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL’s) Western Region, with a site inspection of the Huguenot Tunnel control room, toll plaza and the soon […]
Mobile Licensing Service initiative by Gauteng Roads and Transport Department
The RTMC is participating in the launch of Mobile Licensing Service, an initiative by Gauteng Roads and Transport Department, aimed at creating awareness and promoting the Online Motor Vehicle Licence Renewal. This initiative encourages compliance with road regulations, contributing to safer drivers and safer roads across the province.
A total of 30 people were arrested for being in the Republic of South Africa without proper travel documents
A bus headed towards Western Cape was stopped and searched. Inside the mega coach were a total number of 129 passengers; 107 adults and 22 children when the trip list only contained 53 names. The task team conducted the inspection of documents and ultimately 30 persons were arrested for being […]
Abnormal load travelling between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund
The abnormal load that left Walvis Bay on Friday morning and currently located 20 kms outside Swakopmund will depart for the north at 08h00 this morning (Monday – 14/10/2024) Caution advised as the load is extremely long (approximately 63 meters) should you wish to overtake. It will pull off the […]
Unsecured load incident on Umgeni Road in KZN
Unsecured load incident on Umgeni Road, incoming before Alpine Road in KZN. Plastic bottles are scattered across the road, causing potential hazards for motorists. Cleanup crew has arrived at the scene to clear the road. Unsecured load incident on Umgeni Road in KZN https://t.co/8LzrzTxZ9R#ArriveAlive #UnsecuredLoad @DBNMetroPolice @TruckAndFreight pic.twitter.com/lrGkR3APSD – Arrive […]
An abnormal load will leave Walvis Bay to Katima Mulilo
An abnormal load will leave Walvis Bay within the next hour. It will travel all the way to Katima Mulilo, it being its final destination. Caution advised as the load is extremely long (approximately 80 meters) should you wish to overtake. It will pull off the road on regular intervals […]