Motorists to expect delays on R28 road due to rehabilitation project currently underway
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport wishes to appeal to motorists making use of the R28 Road to exercise patience and caution due to the current rehabilitation project taking place along that route.
Located between Sebokeng and Westonaria, south west of Johannesburg, the R28 Road has degraded over the years as a result of increased road usage by heavy duty trucks, particularly from the mines and farms in the area.
The project scope includes significant road works along 29 kilometres; reinstating road markings and signage; replacing damaged signs and guardrails; clearing the road reserve and drainage structures, and cutting overgrown grass.
“The single carriageway provides a bypass for road traffic from the south of Johannesburg to the N12 and the North West Province. It essentially supports the agricultural and mining sectors of the economy,” said MEC Ismail Vadi.
MEC has once again called “on motorists to familiarize themselves with planned lane reductions or road closures during off-peak and peak times, plan their routes in advance to avoid delays and consider alternative routes”.
He added that the department is mindful of the traffic inconvenience caused to motorists and appeals for patience, courtesy and consideration during this period.
Motorists are further cautioned to exercise patience as the department is currently undertaking a number of road rehabilitation projects which are at various stages of construction.
For more information, please contact:
Melitah Madiba
Cell: 073 644 9935
E-mail: PressOffice@GPDRT.gov.za
