As Johannesburg prepares for the thrilling rugby encounter between South Africa’s Springboks and New Zealand’s All Blacks, significant road closures will be implemented. These changes will begin at 22:00 on August 30, extending until 22:00 the following day, August 31.
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Intersections facing closure:
Motorists should be aware of closures at the following key intersections in the area:
- Albertina Sisulu Street & Gous Street
- Albertina Sisulu Street & Dawe Street
- Albertina Sisulu Street & Princess Street
- Betrams Street & Voorhout Street
- Betrams Street & Fitzroy Street
- Betrams Street & Erin Street
- Charlton Terrace Street & Van Beek Street
- Sivewright Street & Suzie Street
- Sivewright Street & Curry Street
- Sivewright Street & Beit Street
- Upperail Street & Miller Street
- Siemert Street & Curry Street
- Beit Street & Dora Street
- Beit/Park Street & Erin Street
- Miller Street & 9th Street
- Miller Street & Park Street
- South Park Parkade
- South Park Lane & 5th Street
- Miller Street & South Park Lane/4th Street
To avoid delays, motorists are advised to utilize alternate routes, including the M1 and M2 highways.
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Shuttle services for match day fans
For attendees heading to the match on August 31, shuttle services will operate from 14:00 to 20:30. Suggested shuttle service partners include:
- Emirates Airline Park: George Stainton, 082 775 0887
- Sizwe Transport Services: Kabelo Mashigo, 068 680 3099
Greater Johannesburg policing taxi forum:
- Mr Xulu: 079 920 7516
- SG Sebeko: 072 589 5775
- Mr Skhakhane: 082 635 9649
- Sipho Hlongwane: 068 292 5913
- Road Trip: 087 943 8671
- St John’s College: communications@stjohnscollege.co.za
Rea Vaya public transport on match day
Fans can also rely on the City of Johannesburg’s Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit system, which will run regularly on the match day. Key services include:
1. Trunk (T1) Service from Thokoza Park Rea Vaya station to Emerald Airlink Park from 05:00 to 19:00.
2. Complimentary (C1) Service operating from Dobsonville Integrated Public Transport Interchange to the corner of Voorhout & Princess Streets from 05:00 to 19:00.
3. Both T1 and C1 will serve passengers at Ellis Park East Rea Vaya Station and the corner of Voorhout and Princess Streets.
4. The frequency of service is expected to be around every 15 minutes from 09:00 until the final bus leaves at 19:00.
5. Tickets can be purchased for a single trip at R30.00 at Rea Vaya stations, along with the availability of standard distance-based smart cards.
6. A representative will be stationed at the Venue Operations Centre to assist fans during the event.
7. Exclusive lanes will be reserved for Rea Vaya only, allowing no other public transportation access.
About the Johannesburg Roads Agency
The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is responsible for maintaining and improving the city’s road and storm water infrastructures. Their commitment lies in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient transport systems throughout Johannesburg.
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