The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has issued a warning regarding considerable traffic disturbances expected near the 10bet Ellis Park Stadium on Saturday, August 22nd, due to the rugby fixture between the Springboks and New Zealand.
The JMPD confirmed that a large contingent of officers will be stationed in the New Doornfontein area throughout the match day, operating from 6 am until 11 pm. JMPD Superintendent Xolani Fihla stated that this deployment is intended to guarantee the safety and security of attendees while also ensuring traffic moves smoothly around the stadium.
Furthermore, personnel from Outsurance/Traffic Free Flow will be assisting with traffic regulation at key intersections leading up to the venue. Motorists should prepare for major traffic issues around 10bet Ellis Park Stadium in New Doornfontein on Saturday as the Springboks compete against New Zealand.
Дорожные перекрытия и управление трафиком
Various streets close to the stadium will be impacted starting from Friday, August 21st at 10 pm and continuing until Saturday, August 22nd at 10 pm. These affected roads include Joe Slovo Drive, Sivewright Avenue, Currey Street, Beit Street, Siemert Street, Charlton Terrace, Van Beek Street, Susie Street, Bertrams Road, Albertina Sisulu Road, Saratoga Avenue, Erin Street, Miller Street, Voorhout Street, 4th Street, among others.
In addition to road closures, several specific intersections will be shut down. These include 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, and Miller Street & South Park Lane /4th Street.
Drivers are strongly urged to bypass the area and utilize alternative travel plans. The M1 and M2 highways have been suggested as viable alternatives.
Транспорт и парковка
Fihla advised spectators to opt for various alternative modes of transport rather than using private cars to help reduce traffic congestion. He noted that parking availability at the stadium will be limited, and given the anticipated heavy traffic, alternative methods are the most practical and efficient ways to reach and leave the match.
Автобусная служба Парк-энд-Райд
A specialized Park-and-Ride system will be operational to provide an easy means of accessing the stadium. This bus service will run between 1 pm and 3 pm, with the last return bus scheduled to leave the stadium no later than 8 pm. Designated pickup points include Clearwater Mall, Cresta Shopping Centre, Montecasino, Melrose Arch, Mall of Africa, Centurion Mall, Menlyn Park, Greenstone Shopping Centre, East Rand Mall, The Glen Shopping Centre, Gold Reef City, Sandton City, and The Grove Mall.
Услуги такси-шаттлов
Attendees also have the option of using taxi shuttle services departing from designated parking locations at Eastgate Mall and St John's College in Houghton Estate.
Услуги Gautrain и поездов PRASA
Gautrain will facilitate the transport of spectators from multiple stations to Park Station. From there, PRASA services will be available to take passengers onward to Ellis Park Train Station.
Сервисы вызова такси
To maintain a smooth traffic flow for ride-hailing users, designated drop-off and pick-up zones will be established at Umjantshi House on Wolmarans Street, Braamfontein.