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TRAFFIC ALERT | BUS LOSES TRAILER ON THE N1 A bus has lost its trailer on the N1 road between Mokopane and Polokwane. Th...
24/07/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT | BUS LOSES TRAILER ON THE N1

A bus has lost its trailer on the N1 road between Mokopane and Polokwane.

The trailer is in the middle of the road, causing a potential obstruction to traffic flow.

Motorists are urged to approach the area with maximum caution and expect delays.

PATCHING OF POTHOLES ON ROAD D673The Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure pothole patching team ...
23/07/2025

PATCHING OF POTHOLES ON ROAD D673

The Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure pothole patching team is at Road D673 linking Nkowankowa (R36) and Tarental (R71) in Tzaneen today.

The stretch of road plays pivotal role of connecting both villages to Letaba Hospital, whilst enabling easy access to markets for citrus farms around the area.

Motorists are urged to approach the area with maximum caution.

TRAFFIC ALERT | R529 MAFARANA ROAD BARRICADED The R529 road at Mafarana Village outside Tzaneen is currently closed due ...
22/07/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT | R529 MAFARANA ROAD BARRICADED

The R529 road at Mafarana Village outside Tzaneen is currently closed due to a public protest, with police intervention underway.

Motorists are urged to use the following alternative routes to avoid delays :

- R36 Route: This route can be used as a detour, although the specific destination or direction isn't specified, it's a viable option to bypass the closed section of the R529.

- R71 Route: Another alternative route that can be taken to navigate around the road closure.

PROTESTERS SHUT DOWN R71 ROAD AT GRAVELOTTE, AFFECTING ROUTES TO PHALABORWA AND TZANEENGRAVELOTTE – Traffic has come to ...
22/07/2025

PROTESTERS SHUT DOWN R71 ROAD AT GRAVELOTTE, AFFECTING ROUTES TO PHALABORWA AND TZANEEN

GRAVELOTTE – Traffic has come to a standstill on the R71 road near Gravelotte as angry protesters blocked the route with burning tyres and debris early Monday morning, 22 July 2025.

The protest has disrupted traffic between Phalaborwa and Tzaneen, leaving many motorists stranded and others forced to seek alternative routes.

It is not yet clear what sparked the protest, but police are monitoring the situation and urging motorists to avoid the area for safety reasons.

No injuries or arrests have been reported at this stage. Authorities are working to clear the road and restore order.

More updates to follow.

ROAD CLOSURE ALERT: R81 GA-SEKGOPO ROAD.The R81 Ga-Sekgopo road is currently closed due to Community protests. To minimi...
21/07/2025

ROAD CLOSURE ALERT: R81 GA-SEKGOPO ROAD.

The R81 Ga-Sekgopo road is currently closed due to Community protests. To minimize disruptions, please follow these alternative routes:

For Mooketsi-bound traffic:
- Divert at Munnik
- Proceed to Morebeng
- Join R36 to Mooketsi

For Polokwane-bound traffic:
- Divert at Mooketsi
- Proceed via Morebeng to Polokwane

TRAFFIC ALERT | TRUCK ON FIRE ON N1 NORTHA truck has caught fire on the N1 North between Louis Trichardt and Musina, nea...
21/07/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT | TRUCK ON FIRE ON N1 NORTH

A truck has caught fire on the N1 North between Louis Trichardt and Musina, near the Ingwe turn-off. The vehicle is still burning, and emergency services are on the scene.

Motorists are urged to approach with caution and expect possible delays.

R71 MAGOEBASKLOOF ROAD OPEN FOR TRAFFIC The R71 Magoebaskloof road, Limpopo has been reopened to traffic after a thoroug...
16/07/2025

R71 MAGOEBASKLOOF ROAD OPEN FOR TRAFFIC

The R71 Magoebaskloof road, Limpopo has been reopened to traffic after a thorough recovery process following a truck crash and fire on Wednesday.

A gas tanker carrying cylinders of an unknown gas traveling from Polokwane to Tzaneen crashed, exploded and caught fire. The incident occurred around 01:00am.

The driver reportedly managed to escape moments before multiple gas cylinders began exploding. He sustained minor injuries and was taken to Tzaneen Medi-Clinic for treatment.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution and follow all traffic rules to ensure their safety while traveling on the R71.

16/07/2025

*TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE ALERT*

From _16 July (17h00)_ to _16 Sept (17h00)_, lanes on Nelson Mandela Dr (Rissik–Vermikuliet) in Polokwane will be partially closed for maintenance.

Please use alternative routes & plan ahead.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF R71 MAKOEBASKLOOF DUE TO INCIDENT INVOLVING GAS TRUCK EXPLOSION TZANEEN : Motorists travelling from...
16/07/2025

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF R71 MAKOEBASKLOOF DUE TO INCIDENT INVOLVING GAS TRUCK EXPLOSION

TZANEEN : Motorists travelling from Polokwane to Tzaneen are informed that the R71 Magoebaskloof Road will be closed until further notice.

This precautionary measure follows an incident earlier today involving a truck transporting gas cylinders, which resulted in multiple explosions along the route.

Law enforcement agencies are currently on-site to assess the situation and ensure public safety.

It is alleged that the truck had a brake failure and crushed into the trees in Magoebaskloof and caught fire.

R101 ROAD CLOSURE IN BELA BELA ⚠️ The R101 road closure is scheduled for July 16, 2025, due to blasting operations by SA...
15/07/2025

R101 ROAD CLOSURE IN BELA BELA ⚠️

The R101 road closure is scheduled for July 16, 2025, due to blasting operations by SANRAL. Here are the details :

- *Road Closure*: The R101 will be closed between Bela Bela Lodge and Verloren.

- *Blasting Time*: Blasting operations will take place starting from 14h00.

- *Duration*: Although the exact duration of the closure isn't specified, similar blasting operations typically last around 45 minutes to a few hours.

Motorists are urged to plan their trips accordingly, consider alternative routes or check for updates from SANRAL & Limpopo Traffic updates.

VEHICLE OVERTURNED AT LEPHEPANE KHOPHO NEAR MAPANTSULA SPORTS BRIDGEA vehicle has overturned at Lephepane Khopho, near M...
13/07/2025

VEHICLE OVERTURNED AT LEPHEPANE KHOPHO NEAR MAPANTSULA SPORTS BRIDGE

A vehicle has overturned at Lephepane Khopho, near Mapantsula Sports Bridge, right next to Sherly's Business.

At this stage, no details regarding injuries have been confirmed.

Motorists are advised to proceed with caution in the area.

More details to follow.

TRAFFIC ALERT | R71 MAGOEBASKLOOF TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR TRUCK RECOVERYR71 Magoebaskloof is temporarily closed just past...
10/07/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT | R71 MAGOEBASKLOOF TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR TRUCK RECOVERY

R71 Magoebaskloof is temporarily closed just past the Farm Stall due to the recovery of a truck that veered off the pass last night.

Motorists are urged to avoid the area and not to stop along the road, as this may lead to secondary accidents.

Please be alert and use alternative routes where possible.

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