With predictions of severe weather conditions in Limpopo, Mpumalanga and KwaZulu Natal in the coming days leading to theweekend, the Road Traffic Management Corporation urges all motorists to exercise extreme caution to avoid crashes. The South African Weather Service Service has issued weather alerts for severe thunderstorms and disruptive rainfalls […]
Route Updates
Traffic volumes are high on South Africa’s roads
Traffic volumes are high on South Africa’s roads. Please be courteous to other road users. Be intentional about prevention of accidents as contribute meaningfully to saving lives and injury. Did you remember to drink your medicine as you take that long road trip and to the long festive holidays? Remember, […]
Significant increase in abnormal loads on the B2 Route
As the year draws to a close, we observed a significant increase in abnormal loads (in- and outbound) on the B2 Route. Caution advised. Photo: Abnormal load on the C14 route exiting Walvis Bay yesterday (11/12/2024)
Pietermaritzburg firefighters are busy extinguishing a fire that engulfed a truck travelling on the N3 Northbound
Mi7 National Group’s Emergency Medical Services is currently on scene on the N3 Northbound carriageway near Armitage Road. Pietermaritzburg firefighters are busy extinguishing a fire that engulfed a truck travelling on the roadway. Luckily, no injuries have been reported but traffic has been badly affected. Investigation of the Contributing Factors […]
Safety Alert for Railway Tracks in Outeniqua Mountains
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 […]
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.










