Joburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) has warned motorists to practice caution in the vicinity of the Diepkloof Hostel due to ongoing protests in that area.
According to JPMD spokesperson, Xolani Fihla, hostel residents are protesting over service delivery issues which include electricity, water and sanitation, and housing.
He said the N1 and N12 are blocked off to traffic in both directions at the Diepkloof Interchange next to the hostel.
“Also expect closures between Chris Hani Road in Diepkloof between Collander Road and the N12 exit.”
He added that traffic on the N1 North and N12 East was being diverted at Golden Highway in Devland and traffic was also being diverted on the N12 West Xavier and Winchester Hills.
Fihla said motorists should expect heavy delays on those routes because of the protest action.
‼️Alert‼️
The N12 & N1 North being closed off to traffic at the Diepkloof I/C next to Diepkloof Hostel. Expect closures on Chris Hani Rd btw Collinder Rd & the N12 exit. Avoid & use Golden Highway, Ben Naude Dr, Rand Show Rd or Soweto Highway as alt routes. #JHBTraffic pic.twitter.com/xRrmpwrtHr
— Jo’burg Metro Police Department – JMPD (@JoburgMPD) June 14, 2023
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