Major road upgrade programme rolls out across metro

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12-06-2026
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Road rehabilitation and resurfacing projects have started in priority areas as the metro intensifies efforts to address ageing infrastructure and improve conditions on key commuter and business routes.

The Tshwane metro has intensified its efforts to tackle deteriorating road infrastructure across the metro, rolling out a series of road rehabilitation, resurfacing and grading projects. These are aimed at improving mobility, road safety and service delivery in communities that have long complained about poor road conditions.

The latest interventions form part of a broader citywide road resurfacing and rehabilitation programme launched by MMC for Roads and Transport, Tlangi Mogale, which will see about 40–45 kilometres of roads rehabilitated and resurfaced across regions 1, 2, 3 and 6.

“The programme forms part of the metro’s ongoing efforts to preserve critical transport infrastructure, improve road safety and enhance mobility for residents while intensifying our war on potholes,” she said.

The first phase of the programme is already underway in Mabopane Ward 29 and Soshanguve Ward 90, with additional sites across the identified regions scheduled to follow.

According to Mogale, roads included in the programme were identified through the metro’s Pavement Management System. They were subsequently verified by engineering teams from Regional Operations and Co-ordination and Transport Infrastructure Design and Construction to ensure priority maintenance needs are addressed.

“A few months ago, we visited Ward 29 in Region 1, Mabopane, together with the technical team to assess road conditions and engage with residents.

“This road is located in an industrial zone and we identified it as one of the priority routes requiring urgent intervention,” said Mogale.

The programme will see about 40–45km of roads rehabilitated and resurfaced across regions 1, 2, 3 and 6. Photo Supplied.

The metro has also confirmed that rehabilitation work has commenced on Bushveld Road, a route that residents and motorists have long complained about due to extensive potholes and years of neglect.

“As part of our memorandum of understanding with the province to collaborate and accelerate service delivery, work is now underway. Bushveld Road will soon be driveable and free of potholes,” Mogale said, while thanking Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela for co-operation.

The metro’s road improvement campaign extends beyond resurfacing projects.

In Stinkwater Ext 10, road grading operations have begun following mounting pressure from residents who complained about deteriorating gravel roads and poor access within the informal settlement.

MMC for Human Settlements, Alderman Aaron Maluleka, previously said the intervention followed ongoing engagements between the municipality and residents, who raised concerns about severe erosion caused by persistent rainfall.

“Road grading work in Ext 10 is progressing well as part of our commitment to improve accessibility and service delivery in the area.

“We promised residents that all the main roads in Ext 10 would be graded, and that work is now underway,” said Maluleka.

The first phase of the programme is already underway in Mabopane Ward 29 and Soshanguve Ward 90. Photo: Supplied

He said the project would improve mobility for residents, public transport operators and emergency services.

“This intervention follows ongoing engagements with the community, where residents raised concerns about the poor condition of roads and the difficulties experienced when accessing the area, especially during bad weather.

The latest projects build on infrastructure investments already announced in Region 1.

Mogale said as part of a road and stormwater upgrade project in Soshanguve Block FF Area 4, the metro would upgrade 1.4km of gravel roads to asphalt, install 1.3km of stormwater drainage pipes and construct 1.4km of sidewalks. This is to address long-standing infrastructure challenges and flooding.

“This project is a direct response to the long-standing challenge of inadequate roads and stormwater infrastructure in Soshanguve Block FF, which has resulted in the flooding of homes and properties during rainy seasons.

“The upgrade will bring lasting relief to residents and improve access, safety and dignity in the community,” she said.

The project also included road markings, 109 road signs, speed humps and employment opportunities for local residents and small businesses.

Ward 12 councillor Khotso Tsela welcomed the commencement of the road rehabilitation programme, saying residents had waited a long time to see meaningful intervention on roads that had deteriorated significantly over the years.

“Residents have consistently raised concerns about the condition of our roads, particularly in areas that are critical for business activity and daily commuting. We are pleased to see the metro following through on its commitment to address these challenges.

“This project will not only improve mobility and road safety, but will also restore confidence among residents that their concerns are being heard. We look forward to seeing the programme extended to other roads that remain in need of urgent attention,” said Tsela.