Local motorists are voicing growing frustration over newly installed speed humps in Paul Kruger Street and Beatrix Street, claiming the structures do not comply with national road safety standards.

At least one of the speed humps on Paul Kruger Street, near Shoprite, was erected on May 30, with several more added in recent days. However, by the time of publishing, none of the new humps had visible warning signage—a legal requirement designed to alert drivers and reduce the risk of accidents or vehicle damage.

What is the issue?

• Of the six new speed humps installed in Paul Kruger Street, only one matches the standard design of existing humps in the area.

• The rest are narrower and significantly steeper, measuring only 40cm in length compared to the standard 1 metre.

• Motorists report that driving over them without coming to a near-complete stop results in violent jolts and potential damage to vehicles.

“They’re too short and too high. If you don’t crawl over them, your car bounces,” one resident said.

Municipality responds

The Herald reached out to the municipality for clarification. On Tuesday, Temba Fezani, the municipality’s marketing and communications manager, confirmed that the speed humps were installed by the municipality itself.

Fezani also assured the public that:

• The problematic speed humps will be fixed to comply with standards.

• Warning signs will be installed before each hump to alert drivers in time.

What motorists should know

Until adjustments are made:

• Proceed with extra caution when driving through Paul Kruger and Beatrix Streets.

• Report any damage caused to your vehicle via official channels for accountability.

• Stay informed about municipal updates regarding road safety infrastructure.