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Construction on the R75 between Kariega and Jansenville

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The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to inform road users that construction work has commenced on National Route R75 Section 2, which is located between Kariega (formerly Uitenhage) and Jansenville. This work is located between the Daniel Cheetah project and the Mayogi farm stalls extending for 33km towards Kleinpoort.

Construction works include the repairs to road surface failures, repairs to the road edges and road shoulders, and will be completed with a resealed surfacing. Fencing and the installation of guardrails are also included.

There are stop-and-go operations in place during the day and traffic signals at night. Road users can expect between 30- to 40-minute delays passing through up to three closures, depending on the work undertaken and time of day.

“During mornings and late afternoons, higher traffic volumes increase the delay passing through the construction works. This work is executed on a narrow road surface portion with construction on the shoulders, and road users are requested to reduce speeds substantially, especially wherever workers are encountered working in close proximity to the traffic lanes. Motorists must also take note of the warning signs displayed to ensure a safe passage through the construction works. The construction is planned for completion by February 2023,” said Mbulelo Peterson, SANRAL Southern Regional Manager.

Motorists may consider using the following alternative routes:

  • Motorists traveling from Gqeberha to Graaff Reinet could travel via the N10 to Cookhouse and then via the R63 through Somerset East to Graaff Reinet.
  • However, the short delay at the construction project would probably be less time-consuming than the alternative.
  • Motorists traveling from Gqeberha to Middleburg would probably find using the N10 less time-consuming.

“Motorists are requested to plan their trips accordingly, consider alternative routes and use caution when making use of the roads. We apologise for any inconvenience caused,” said Peterson.

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