Residents of Ekurhuleni are being warned to expect significant traffic disruptions as several key roads in and around the city will be closed or restricted during the G20 Leaders’ Summit, taking place from November 21 to 23.

According to the City of Ekurhuleni (CoE) spokesperson, Katlego Mphahlele, major routes in Boksburg expected to be affected include North Rand Road, View Point Road, Trichardts Road and First Road in Kempton Park, as well as Northern Road.

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Several arterial routes will also face temporary closures, including:
• R21 South and Atlas off-ramp
• R21 South and Voortrekker off-ramp
• N3 Southbound
• R24 West and N12 West junction
• N3 North flyover

“G20 motorcades will be travelling on key roads to and from summit venues, requiring temporary closures of certain on-ramps and off-ramps to ensure the safety and coordination of the routes,” said Mphahlele.

Motorists are urged to plan ahead, expect delays, and use alternative routes where possible.
“Let’s all play our part in ensuring the success and safety of this international summit,” Mphahlele added.

City confirms readiness for G20 gathering at Birchwood
CoE spokesperson Phakamile Mbengashe has assured the international community that all systems are go in the CoE as final preparations intensify ahead of the G20 Social Summit.

The G20 Social Summit South Africa 2025 serves as a critical platform for shaping global policy and cooperation. Since its establishment in 1999, the G20 has evolved from a forum of finance ministers to a leaders’ summit addressing issues ranging from trade and sustainable development to energy security and anti-corruption.

“The CoE is home to OR Tambo International Airport, the gateway to the African continent. As such, the city and its residents are ready to welcome the world to Africa,” said Mbengashe.

“We are prepared to offer a world-class experience, showcasing our rich socio-economic amenities, strong tourism sector, seamless service delivery, and robust safety measures supported by our law-enforcement and emergency services teams.”

The Birchwood Hotel and Conference Centre in Boksburg is already a hive of activity as it prepares to host the G20 Social Summit from November 18 to 20. The event serves as a precursor to the G20 Leaders’ Summit.
The social summit aims to elevate issues of social development, equity and inclusion to the same level of global urgency as macroeconomic and financial matters.

It will convene a diverse group of stakeholders, including government representatives, civil society, labour, youth, women, persons with disabilities, philanthropies and grassroots organisations, to ensure that the real-life experiences of ordinary people influence G20 outcomes.
South Africa is the first African nation to hold the G20 presidency, a role it assumed in December 2024 and will hold it until November 2025.

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