Meadowdale roads set for repairs as Ekurhuleni addresses safety concerns

The City of Ekurhuleni says it is aware of longstanding road safety concerns and potholes in Meadowdale, with upgrades and repairs scheduled as part of its 2026/27 financial year programme.

The comment follows inquiries by the Germiston City News regarding the condition of roads in the Meadowdale business area.

Ward 92 Clr Kade Guerreiro took the media to the area, highlighting that the deteriorating road conditions are contributing to growing frustration among businesses due to a lack of service delivery.

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He said that, in the past, a company in the area, Efficient Engineering, repaired one of the roads at its own expense because its trucks were being damaged by the poor road surface.

Guerreiro urged the municipality to repair all potholes in the area and ensure the roads are properly maintained, as businesses become increasingly frustrated.

“We want the city to make sure these companies have the basics: good roads, water and electricity. Our locals rely on these businesses for work and livelihoods.

“Most of the people from the ward work here. Hertzog Street, Tum Street and Keschke Street are some of the worst-affected roads in the area.”

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Guerreiro also raised concerns about safety at the intersection of Kraft Road and Pretoria Road.

He said there are frequent accidents at the intersection and a lack of signage warning motorists that it is a high-accident zone.

“As you come from Goudrift High towards Kraft Road, there is no lighting at night, and people often speed up towards the bridge. Large trucks use this route as it connects Elandsfontein, Kempton Park, Primrose and Germiston.

“Arm barriers are needed from there down to Barbara Road, now renamed Lazarus Mawela Road.

“There is also the issue of petty crime, including smash-and-grab incidents and hijackings, at this intersection. The public is urged not to give money to beggars at the intersection and to exercise caution for their own safety,” said Guerreiro.

The CoE confirmed it is aware of road safety concerns at the intersection of Kraft Road and Pretoria Road in Meadowdale and has included the location in its maintenance programme. In response to media enquiries, the city said complaints about the intersection have been logged on its Incident Management System (IMS), with the issue captured for maintenance planning.

The Roads Department confirmed it has conducted a road safety assessment at the intersection and plans to implement additional safety measures during the new financial year, which began on July 1.

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Planned interventions include improved road signage, road markings and other traffic safety measures, although the city did not provide a specific implementation date.

City spokesperson Zweli Dlamini, when asked about accident statistics at the intersection, said the relevant department had not received accident data.

The city also acknowledged potholes on several Meadowdale roads, including Brickfield Road, Sam Green Road, the corner of Cactus and Pretoria roads, and the intersection of Hertz Road and Kuschke Street.

“According to the Roads Department, repairs to these potholes have already been scheduled and form part of the city’s maintenance programme.”

“However, completion timelines will depend on the availability of resources, with the work expected to be carried out during the current financial year.”

The municipality said residents can report potholes and road safety concerns through its incident management system, where complaints are logged and assessed for action.

Dlamini added that road maintenance and upgrades are prioritised using a combination of road condition assessments, public complaints, councillor input and available funding.

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According to the city, officials conduct regular visual inspections to identify roads in a dilapidated condition, with those requiring urgent attention prioritised for budget allocation.

“The Roads and Stormwater Department also uses its incident management system to assess complaints received from residents, prioritising interventions based on the severity of the issue and the availability of funds. Ward councillors also play an important role in the process by submitting lists of priority roads within their wards.

“These roads are captured in the department’s database and are considered for upgrades when funding becomes available,” said Dlamini.