Motorists to plan ahead for MyCiTi roadworks on Stanhope & Imam Haron

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29-04-2025
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The construction work related to the roll-out of the MyCiTi bus service to Claremont is now progressing to the intersection of Stanhope and Imam Haron Roads. As from Tuesday, 29 April 2025, one lane on Imam Haron Road will be closed to traffic between the intersections with Stanhope Road and First Avenue for traffic travelling towards the M5.

Also, as from 14 May 2025, a full road closure will apply on Imam Haron Road in both directions between Cook and Markham Roads.

Residents and commuters are advised to anticipate delays and consider alternative routes where possible.

Stanhope Road connects Main Road (M4) with Palmyra Road and Imam Haron Road. This is one of the most challenging sections to be affected as part of the roll-out of the second phase of the MyCiTi bus service to connect commuters from Mitchells Plain and Khayelitsha with Claremont and Wynberg.

What to expect from 29 April 2025 for approximately six months:

• One right-turn lane closure from Stanhope Road onto Imam Haron Road. One right-turn lane will remain open
• One right-turn lane closure from Palmyra Road into Stanhope Road. The remaining lane will be used for traffic to continue straight or turn right
• One lane on Imam Haron Road, between Stanhope Road and First Avenue, will be closed to traffic travelling towards the M5
• A full road closure at the intersection of Stanley Road and Imam Haron Road
• No right turns from Roseville, Oakfield, Ravensworth and Wade Roads onto Imam Haron Road

What to expect from 14 May 2025 for approximately six months:

• A full road closure on Imam Haron Road in both directions between Cook Road and Markham Road, the detour is via Markham Road
• One lane closure on Imam Haron Road from Markham Road to Selous Road towards Kenilworth, the detour is via Markham Road. Full road closures at the intersections of Imam Haron Road and Columbus, Markham and Franklin Roads

‘The project team is trying their best to limit the impact on road users. Work on the roads itself will only happen outside of the peak periods, and the contractor will ensure that traffic is accommodated in both directions at all times. I encourage residents to anticipate delays as roadworks are always disruptive. Best is to plan ahead and to consider alternative routes to destinations as far as possible,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, Councillor Rob Quintas.

Mitigation measures:

• Disruptive work will be restricted to between 09:00 and 15:00 on weekdays
• If needed, work will take place after hours, from 19:00 on Friday to 06:00 on Monday, and residents will be notified in advance
• Pedestrians will be accommodated with safe passage, including temporary crossings
• One lane in each direction will be open to traffic at all times
• Temporary signage and flag personnel will be deployed to help keep traffic flowing and ensure the safety of all road users

‘The public transport improvements in Claremont will also benefit other road users as we are widening the roads and upgrading the signalised intersections. Pedestrians will also benefit from new walkways and improved safety.

This is part of our commitment to keep Capetonians moving. I want to thank the Claremont community for their continued support and understanding that is much needed to ensure we deliver this project on time,’ said Councillor Quintas.