K54 and K50 road projects expected to improve mobility across city, MEC says

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25-05-2026
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The Gauteng Roads and Transport department says the road upgrades are strategic investments aimed at reducing travel times, improving accessibility and supporting broader economic activity.

Two key road projects in Pretoria were assessed on May 18.

Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, particularly assessed the progress, budgets and quality standards of the K54 and K50 road projects.

“Continuous oversight inspections on key road projects are necessary to prevent delays and ensure accountability in infrastructure delivery,” said Diale-Tlabela.

The Tsamaya Road (K54) project is located in the Mamelodi area, while the Garsfontein Road (K50) project runs through the eastern parts of Pretoria, serving key residential and commuter routes.

The visits formed part of the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport’s ongoing monitoring programme aimed at identifying operational and technical obstacles that could affect completion timelines.

Speaking during the inspections, the MEC said the department was encouraged by the progress made on both projects.

“We are all pleased that both projects are progressing well, and we are hopeful that they will be completed on time and within budget,” said Diale-Tlabela.

She said the projects are expected to improve mobility and support economic activity across the province.

“The K54 and K50 projects are critical investments in Gauteng’s future. Improved road infrastructure will enhance mobility, reduce travel times, stimulate economic activity and create opportunities for communities across the province,” she explained.

The MEC acknowledged that infrastructure delivery continues to face multiple challenges, placing pressure on government’s ability to expand and modernise the province’s road network.

“Road infrastructure development remains a major challenge for us in Gauteng due to a variety of issues, including encroachments, community disruptions, project stoppages and contractor performance. This is why we continuously assess our projects to ensure they are completed on time,” said Diale-Tlabela.

According to the department, the oversight programme allows immediate corrective action when challenges are identified, helping to keep projects on track and within budget.

“These oversight visits are essential to ensuring that our road infrastructure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to the highest engineering and safety standards. We are taking a proactive approach to identifying challenges early and implementing immediate solutions to keep these strategic projects on track,” she said.

The department said continued investment in smart transport infrastructure remains central to improving accessibility and unlocking socio-economic opportunities for the province’s residents.

“Smart transport infrastructure is central to our vision of a modern, connected and inclusive Gauteng. These projects will not only improve accessibility but also unlock socio-economic opportunities for businesses, workers and communities,” she concluded.