Residents and motorists in Sunninghill continue to grapple with dangerous road conditions at the corner of Nanyuki and Malindi roads, where worsening potholes and non-functioning street lights continue to pose danger.

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Tracy Kensey, suburb manager of the Sunninghill Community Ratepayers Association, said the issue has persisted for close to two years despite repeated reports to the relevant authorities. “The road has become highly dangerous for motorists especially those who were unfamiliar with it.

“Most of our street lights don’t work. They have been reported on and off for close to two years.”

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The road serves as a key route for motorists travelling through Sunninghill, including those coming from Barbeque Downs, increasing traffic volumes and the potential for accidents.

@caxtonjoburgnorth WATCH: Tracy Kensey, surburb manager from the Sunninghill Community Ratepayers’ Association, explains the ongoing pothole crisis and lack of street lighting in Nanyuki and Malindi roads in Sunninghill. Video: Ayanda Ntshingila #Fourways #Sunninghill ♬ original sound – Caxton Joburg North

Describing the extent of the damage, Kensey said the road requires more than temporary fixes. “It is an extremely bad case which requires resurfacing. There’s really no use in trying to patch this. It is an extremely dangerous section of road.”

The association is now calling on Johannesburg Roads Agency to prioritise full resurfacing of the affected section, estimated to span about 30m.

Johannesburg Roads Agency was contacted for comment. More information will be provided once it becomes available.

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