Gauteng: Motorists in Gauteng are advised to brace for temporary road closures and intermittent traffic disruptions in parts of Johannesburg this weekend, as law enforcement agencies step up joint operations ahead of the upcoming G20 Leaders’ Summit.

According to South African Government News Agency, the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), Gauteng Traffic Police (GTP), Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD), and the South African Police Service (SAPS) will conduct a coordinated operation on Saturday, 15 November 2025, between 09h00 and 13h00. The exercise is part of heightened security and traffic management measures in preparation for the high-profile international gathering, which will see an increased movement of motorcades and official delegations across the province.

The operation will focus on the City of Johannesburg, targeting high-security corridors and major highways. Roads expected to be affected include major national and regional routes such as the N1, M1, and N12, as well as key arterial and urban roads like 5th Street, Maude Street, Daisy Street, Rivonia Road, Grayston Drive, Katherine Street, and others.

Motorists are encouraged to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra travel time, and use alternative routes where possible. Suggested alternative routes include Beyers Naud© Drive, Christiaan De Wet Road, or Ontdekkers Road in the Roodepoort area; Main Road, Cedar Road, or Witkoppen Road in Fourways; and Corlett Drive, Sandton Drive, or 11th Avenue in Sandton, Rosebank, and Parktown.

Authorities have assured the public that clear signage, visible traffic officers, and real-time updates will be provided to assist motorists throughout the operation. Access for emergency and essential services will remain prioritized at all times. The RTMC emphasized that these measures are essential to enhance public safety, enforce traffic compliance, and support ongoing traffic law enforcement initiatives, including vehicle inspections and congestion management.