Improved traffic jams in Sandton Central
This groundbreaking initiative has attracted the interest and participation of corporate giants such as Investec, Nedbank, Growthpoint and Sasol, which now boast a broad spectrum of Sandton Central participants.
Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) and Sandton Central Management District (SCMD) have yet again taken their partnership to heights to address the effects of load-shedding within the Sandton Central precinct and have reached another significant milestone that sees over 85% of Sandton Central’s traffic lights functional during load-shedding bouts.
The collaborative effort between the two entities has since grown to signify and demonstrate progress and the great outcomes that happen when the public and private sectors join forces.
Since the inception of the partnerships, businesses in the Sandton Central precinct have adopted and powered 90.5% of traffic intersections with backup power during load-shedding, which equates to 29 out of 32 intersections in just six months.
Acting chief executive officer for JRA Zweli Nyathi, said, “The formidable partnership between JRA and SCMD is a beacon of hope and is a testament to the great achievements that the entities and the public at large stand to benefit from when the public and private sectors work together.”
City of Johannesburg Member of Mayoral Committee for Transport councillor Kenny Kunene enthuses, “The effortless flow of traffic during load-shedding resulting from the powered traffic lights goes a long way towards reducing the load-shedding disturbances on everyday lives that road users would ordinarily have to contend with.”
He added that working traffic lights help reduce criminal activities that could occur and endanger motorists and communities at dead traffic signal intersections.
Elaine Jack, district improvement manager of SCMD, highlighted how landlords and the JRA have been highly supportive of improving Sandton Central for everyone’s benefit.
“The overwhelming support of landlords in collaboration with the JRA in such a short period shows the commitment and foresight of our business community. This initiative has not only improved traffic flow but is a major enhancement for the entirety of Sandton Central, making it a more accessible and dynamic business hub.”
Jack expressed sincere gratitude to all the companies that have stepped forward and how their participation has been crucial in making Sandton Central a safer and more pleasant environment for businesses and commuters alike.
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