N2, N3 roadworks halted for festive season

The South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) has announced a pause of all construction activities on the N2 and N3 in KwaZulu-Natal during the festive season.

This is effective from Friday, 13 December to 6 January 2025.

Sanral Eastern Region specialist engineer Jason Lowe said only emergency maintenance, such as pothole repairs, may take place during the December/January holiday period.

“One of our main objectives with the current N2 and N3 upgrade projects is to improve travel efficiency. When complete, the combined effect of these upgrades will be quicker and more reliable travel times.

“While we can’t provide full efficiency during the festive season, we will be maximising this using the current two to three lanes that are available,” said Lowe.

He added that the construction teams have been hard at work in recent months rehabilitating and maintaining the lanes so no construction work will be necessary during the holiday period.

“Two to three lanes will be fully open to traffic, with our traffic safety and towing services teams still available 24/7 to respond to breakdowns or other emergencies,” said Lowe.

He added that speeding, distracted driving, impatience, poorly maintained or unroadworthy vehicles, and a general lack of respect for other road users have been major contributing factors to the numerous incidents or delays on these roadways.

“Road users are advised to put their cellphones away while driving, practice patience, and make sure their vehicles are checked, maintained and roadworthy before leaving home.

“They should adhere to the warning and speed limit signs but, most importantly, respect others on the road to ensure everyone can get to their destinations safely, and in the least time possible,” said Lowe.

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