THE long-awaited Bayhead Road near The Bluff officially opened to traffic on November 26, marking a major milestone for the area’s transport network.

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) completed the rehabilitation of the road at the Port of Durban a month ahead of schedule.

This early project-completion milestone is in perfect timing for the busy festive season and will allow seamless cargo movement for South African consumers.

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The project commenced in June 2025 and was originally planned for six months. It eases traffic congestion by providing seamless access to port terminals, warehouses and industrial facilities.

Bayhead Road connects the Port of Durban to the national road network, thus supporting efficient supply chains and bolstering the country’s trade competitiveness.

TNPA said in a statement, “This key route directly enhances port operational efficiency and contributes substantially to industrial growth as well as global trade connectivity.”

According to TNPA, the R76m refurbishment has made the road durable for the estimated 13 000 vehicles that travel the route daily with built-in resistance to cracking and deformation. This enhancement significantly extends the road’s design lifespan and reduces long-term maintenance costs.

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Port Manager at the Port of Durban Mpumi Dweba-Kwetana said, “We are looking forward to seeing South Africa’s logistics sector enjoying the benefits of this road infrastructure development. The successful execution of this project reinforces our commitment to deliver on the business-wide Reinvent for Growth strategy, by creating value for our port users through seamless cargo flow. Key to this success is collaboration with our stakeholders.”

The Bayhead Road upgrade is a transformative development for the KZN economic landscape that has created approximately 204 jobs and opportunities for five Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises during construction.

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