As South Africa prepares to host world leaders at the G20 Summit from 22–23 November 2025, law enforcement agencies are warning Gauteng residents to expect significant traffic disruptions throughout the province.
A joint statement from the RTMC, GTP, JMPD, TMPD, EMPD and SAPS confirms that road closures and strict traffic controls will be in effect from 18 to 23 November 2025 to secure high-profile routes and manage vehicle movement.
Authorities say these measures are necessary for safety and smooth convoy movement, urging motorists to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use alternative routes. Traffic officers, signage and real-time updates will guide road users, with emergency services prioritized.
Where the Biggest Disruptions Will Be
Road closures will impact Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni, including several major national highways and busy metropolitan corridors.
Key affected national routes include:
- N1: Atterbury, Garsfontein, Delmas, Botha, John Vorster, Brakfontein, Samrand, Olifantsfontein, New Road, Allandale, Buccleuch, Rivonia, 14th Ave, Gordon Road, Maraisburg, N17, Rand Show Road
- N3: North and south flyovers
- N12: Elands, Voortrekker, Comaro, Kliprivier, Xavier, Diepkloof
- N14
- R21: Southbound off-ramps at Atlas and Voortrekker
- R24/N12 junction
- M1: Woodmead to Booysens, including Grayston, Corlett, Athol Oaklands, Jan Smuts, Empire and Crown interchange
Urban hotspots include:
Sandton (Maude, 5th, Rivonia), Melrose Arch, Rosebank, Westcliff, Parkview, Fourways, Roodepoort, Nasrec and surrounding areas.
Full Closures
- Grayston Drive: Closed 22 November, 04h00–10h00
- Golden Highway (Rand Show Rd – Soweto Hwy): Closed from 17 November
- Nasrec Road: Closed 22–23 November, with limited access from N17 circle
- Rand Show Road (N1 – Nasrec): Closed 22–23 November
- Booysens Reserve Road: Closed between Crownwood and key intersections on 22–23 November
Special traffic arrangements will support residents in Ormonde View, including temporary contra-flow lanes.
Social Summit in Ekurhuleni
The G20 Social Summit, taking place 18–20 November at Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre, will also impact 1st Road, View Point Road, North Rand Road, Trichardt Road and Northern Road.
Convoy Movement Delays
When official convoys move, all traffic, pedestrian and cyclist activity will stop completely.
Expect delays of 30 minutes to 1 hour on affected routes.
Rolling Closures
22–23 November 2025
- Morning: 07h00–10h00
- Evening: 17h00–20h00
These rolling closures will impact major routes across Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni.
Recommended Alternative Routes
- Ekurhuleni ↔ Tshwane: Use M57 instead of R21
- East–West travel: Use regional roads via Germiston, Kempton Park, Bedfordview
- Roodepoort: Use Beyers Naudé, Christiaan De Wet or Ontdekkers
- Fourways: Use Main Road, Cedar Road, Witkoppen
- Sandton/Rosebank/Parktown: Use Corlett Drive, Sandton Drive, 11th Avenue
- South Johannesburg (Nasrec, Riverlea, Ormonde): Use Chris Hani Road, Main Reef Road, Crownwood, Soweto Highway, N17, Aerodrome Road, Adcock Ingram Road
Authorities will provide regular traffic updates as Gauteng manages one of its largest international events in recent years.
