A long-standing traffic problem at the intersection of Hornbill and Niven roads in Ward 106 could see progress, with Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) confirming that the vandalised traffic signal is planned for rebuild during the 2026/27 financial year.

The update follows concerns raised by Ward 106 councillor Chris Santana, who said the traffic light had been out of operation for an extended period, creating difficulties for motorists. Santana added that residents had repeatedly raised concerns about the traffic light, while the intersection had also been affected by recurring water bursts and road excavations.

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JRA mobility and freight acting head of department Sipho Nhlapo said the intersection forms part of more than 300 vandalised traffic signals. The traffic signal issue comes alongside repeated water bursts that have resulted in roadworks and reinstatement.

JRA regional operations acting head of department Mpho Maruping said the depot met with Johannesburg Water on September 1 regarding the reinstatement, and the utility will issue an order to reinstate. He added that Johannesburg Water would need to address the repeated bursts.

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Santana said his concerns extend beyond immediate repairs, calling for a solution to manage traffic better and reduce the disruption caused by recurring infrastructure problems. JRA’s planned rebuild means the traffic signal is not being abandoned, while the road reinstatement will proceed once Johannesburg Water issues the necessary order.

Fourways Review reached out to Johannesburg Water for comment on September 2, but received no response by the time of publication.

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