By BAKANG MOKOTO
21 June 2026- The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) said it wishes to inform road users that the N14 national road between Kuruman and Vryburg, has been partially reopened to only light motor vehicles. SANRAL said this reopening provides temporary relief to road users and restores limited access along the road.
SANRAL’s Provincial Head for the North West, Mirriam Ramoba said there is a thin film of water that remains on portions of the road surface. Ramoba said motorists are therefore urged to exercise extreme caution when travelling through the affected area.
“Motorists are advised to observe the temporary speed limit of 60km/h as shown on site, including the water warning signage indicating that there is still water on the road surface.
“Technical assessments and material testing are currently underway to determine the full extent of the damage before fully reopening the road for all vehicles,” she said.
Ramoba further said accordingly, the reopening is restricted to light motor vehicles only while SANRAL awaits the outcome of these investigations and develops the appropriate rehabilitation measures to ensure the long-term safety and integrity of the route. She added that heavy motor vehicle users are advised to continue using the alternative routes that are indicated below which are the N18, N12 and the R31.
“Any unauthorised use of the road contrary to the restrictions in place will constitute a violation of the applicable traffic regulations. SANRAL requests all road users to exercise caution, remain vigilant and to comply with all temporary traffic control measures and signage implemented on site.
“SANRAL would like to express its sincere appreciation to road users, freight operators, local communities and other stakeholders for their patience, understanding and cooperation during the prolonged closure of this route. SANRAL apologises for the inconvenience caused by the flooding and the resulting travel disruptions and remains committed to restoring full access to the road as soon as it is safe to do so,” said Ramoba.
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