04/06/2026
The on-going heavy rains across the western parts of the Eastern Cape continue to place significant strain on the provincial road network, resulting in road closures, flooding, rockfalls and deteriorating driving conditions.
The R102 between Gqeberha and Jeffreys Bay has been closed to traffic due to rockfalls. The route serves as an important alternative and parallel route to the N2, linking Gqeberha, the Gamtoos Valley, Humansdorp and Jeffreys Bay.
The R332 into the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve has also been closed following heavy flooding. Contractors had only recently been working to restore access after the severe weather events experienced a fortnight ago, and the latest rains have unfortunately set those efforts back.
Motorists are also advised of the following areas of concern:
• M17 behind the power station, significant water accumulation and severe potholes.
• Old Grahamstown Road near the police station – flooding reported.
• Addo Road under the railway bridge, closed due to flooding.
The Department is closely monitoring mountain passes and other vulnerable sections of the road network. With soils heavily saturated, there are legitimate concerns about further rockfalls, mudslides and slope failures.
Driving conditions remain less than ideal, with wet and slippery road surfaces, standing water and poor visibility affecting many areas.
Road users are urged to exercise extreme caution, reduce speed, increase following distances and obey all road closure signs and instructions from traffic officials.
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as conditions evolve.
ENDS
Issued by: Eastern Cape Department of Transport
