Roadworks are officially underway in certain sections of Cape Town.
According to the City of Cape Town, work on these roads began on Tuesday, 5 May 2026. Should everything go according to plan, they are expected to be completed by 30 June 2026.
Here’s everything you need to know about these operations:
AFFECTED ROADS
Per a recent statement issued by the City, these works will take place on designated roads in the following areas:
Brooklyn: Construction of new manholes on Koeberg Ramp Bypass Road, Kings Road and Section Road. Additionally, there will be temporary propping and construction of new stormwater manholes, which will help improve drainage efficiency and prevent water build-up.
Cape Farms: Grading of Zonnekus Road and Vogelvlei Road gravel roads.
Century City: Road resurfacing along Century Boulevard.
Melkbosstrand: Pedestrian road markings work, and installation of signage at the Otto Du Plessis and Melkbosstrand Road intersection. This will aid in enhancing pedestrian safety and encouraging active mobility.
Montague Gardens: Road resurfacing along Bosmansdam Road and Koeberg Road.
Parklands: Temporary propping for stormwater manholes in St John’s Wood Road and Parklands Main Road, plus there will be kerb and verge repairs at 18 Wimbledon Way. Expect temporary propping and construction of new stormwater manholes to improve drainage efficiency and prevent water build-up.
Rugby: Road resurfacing along Da Gama Street, Vasco Street, Lady Anne Walk and Princess Alice Avenue.
General work or ancillary work will occur from 07:00 to 15:30 from Monday to Sunday. Then, resurfacing will take place between 19:00 and 05:30. These operations all depend on weather conditions.
PREPPING FOR WINTER CONDITIONS
Councillor Rob Quintas, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, reiterated the need to finish these roadworks before the winter season arrives.
“With winter fast approaching, we are working hard to finish as many roads as possible to keep Cape Town moving on safe, reliable surfaces during the rainy days ahead,” said Quintas.
“I want to thank residents, road users and local businesses for their patience while we carry out this essential maintenance. These regular upgrades are vital to keep our road network in good condition for years to come.”
The City warns that traffic congestion is a certainty while work is being carried out on these roads. As such, residents and motorists travelling through these areas are strongly urged to utilise alternative routes between the aforementioned operating hours.
In other news, the City has begun the process of rolling out smart water meters across the metro. More than 680 000 meters in the Mother City are expected to be upgraded.
