Waiting time for driver's licenses in Cape Town ranges from one day to 94 days, according to city data
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Waiting time for driver's licenses in Cape Town ranges from one day to 94 days, according to city data

Cape Town has released data showing significant variations in the waiting time for driving license exams within the metropolis. According to information provided by The South African, the wait for a driver's license test in Cape Town can be as short as one day or as long as 94 days, depending on the specific testing center.

The South African published the latest data on waiting times for learner's permits, standard passenger vehicles, heavy goods vehicles, and motorcycles. The average waiting time for a passenger vehicle test across the listed centers is 31 days.

The shortest waiting periods for obtaining a passenger vehicle license were recorded at the Lingelethu West and Joe Gqabi centers, where the wait time is one day. The longest wait was noted at New Ottery—94 days. Other recorded times included Parow—72 days, and Goodwood—63 days.

Overall figures for passenger vehicles

The South African reports that the total number of days was 549, with an average waiting time of 31 days.

Furthermore, the waiting time for learner's permits was published. Kuils River recorded the longest waiting period at 110 days, while New Ottery reported only 4 days. The average waiting time for a learner's permit test, according to the publication, is 44 days.

Overall figures for learner's permits

According to The South African, the total number of days for learner's permits reached 788, with an average waiting time of 44 days.

The City told The South African that delays in taking exams can be unavoidable. In an official statement, the City noted: 'Sometimes we cannot prevent the backlog, often because people do not come to take their tests.'

The published figures highlight substantial discrepancies between testing centers in Cape Town: some offer same-day booking, while others list waiting times measured in months. These differences are observed in both the passenger vehicle and learner's permit categories, as reported by The South African.

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Traffic changes in Noida and Greater Noida from September 24 to 29; check the routes
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Traffic changes in Noida and Greater Noida from September 24 to 29; check the routes

Due to the International Trade Exhibition UP at Expo Mart in Greater Noida from September 25 to 29, 2026, which involves the arrival of several important guests, the Noida Police has issued a detailed traffic plan to ensure uninterrupted transport operations.

According to the traffic police data, from September 24 to September 29, 2026, entry of heavy (HGV), medium (MGV), and light (LGV) freight vehicles will be prohibited on the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway and on roads adjacent to the event venue daily from 7 am to 11 pm. However, exceptions will be made for medical vehicles, as well as for the transportation of necessary goods such as milk, vegetables, and fruits, in accordance with the entry ban rules.

Vehicles heading to Expo Mart via the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway can park at the NASA large circle parking lot by following the service road from Hindan Kat, then through the Ministry of Culture intersection, Pusta Road, and the Academic College intersection. After parking, they can reach Expo Mart. Similarly, vehicles arriving from the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway can park at the NASA large circle parking lot by moving through Galgotia Kat and then proceeding to Expo Mart.

To access Expo Mart from the Surjapur direction, drivers can use the NASA large circle parking lot, following the LG circle and the Sharda circle. Vehicles from the Parichauk direction can also use the NASA large circle parking lot, using the LG and Sharda circles. Drivers from Parichauk can reach the NASA large circle parking lot by driving through the Jagatfarm circle and the service road near Ishan College, and then along the route towards GL Bajaj. If the capacity of the NASA large circle parking lot is exhausted, alternative parking locations will be the premises of the KCC, Jubilient, and United College parking lots.

The traffic police have also designated separate routes for vehicles after the event concludes. After the events at Expo Mart, no vehicle will proceed directly from the parking lot to Expo Mart. All vehicles must leave the parking lot and follow through the Sharda circle, LG circle, Surjapur intersection, and Kachchi Sadka Tiraha, passing through Kuleshara, Phase-2, Kakarala, then Sorka, Parthala, Kisan Chowk or Bhanghel, Baraula, and Sector-37 to reach their destination.

Vehicles heading to Delhi and Ghaziabad can exit the parking lot using the Sharda, LG, Sakipur, Tilpata, and Dadari circles, and then proceed along NH-24/09 to their final destinations. Vehicles going to the Eastern Peripheral Expressway can use the route from the parking lot through the Sharda, LG, Sakipur, and 130-meter road circles, then through the Sirsa circle onto the Eastern Peripheral Expressway. For vehicles heading to the Yamuna Expressway, the route from the parking lot is set through the Sharda, LG, Asiana, Delta-3, Beta-2, Laber Chowk, Delta-01, ITBP, P-3, and IFS Villa circles, to Zero Point, from where they can access the Yamuna Expressway.

Alternative routes have also been established for freight vehicles. Trucks arriving from Chilla Border towards Delhi and heading to other locations can turn right at the Chilla Red Light border and proceed along NH-09/24, NH-91, and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway to their destinations. Vehicles arriving from DND Border can turn right on the DND toll road and proceed along NH-09/24, NH-91, and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway. Vehicles from Kalindi Border can use the route via Kalindi Kund Yamuna Border on NH-09/24, and then via the Eastern Peripheral Expressway and NH-91 to their destinations.

Transport heading to Delhi from the Jewar toll section on the Yamuna Expressway will be diverted via the turn before the Jewar toll road towards Aligarh. This traffic can reach its destination via Aligarh and Tappal. After passing the Jewar toll road, traffic will be diverted towards Jewar and Jahangirpura, and then through Hurja and Bulandshahar to their final destinations.

Vehicles traveling from Honda CL Chowk on the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway to Delhi will travel through the Sirsa circle and then along the Eastern Peripheral Expressway. Vehicles from Surjapur Ganta Chowk to Parichauk, heading to the Yamuna Expressway and Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, will use the Eastern Peripheral Expressway, passing through the Tilpata circle and the Sirsa circle.

For general movement of freight vehicles (HGV, MGV, and LGV) from Gautam Buddh Nagar, NH-24 and NH-91 can be used subject to the entry ban regulations. Vehicles traveling from Meerut, Hapur, and Ghaziabad via the Eastern Peripheral Expressway will pass through Bil Akbarpur and head towards Agra, Mathura, Lucknow, and other states via NH-91. Vehicles traveling from Palwal to the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway via the Eastern Peripheral Expressway can reach their destination via the NH-24/91 route. Freight transport operations on internal routes of Gautam Buddh Nagar will be conducted in compliance with the entry ban rules.

Cape Town Welcomes First Cruise Liner of the 2026/27 Season
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Cape Town Welcomes First Cruise Liner of the 2026/27 Season

The tourism industry in Cape Town has started a new season with the arrival of the cruise ship Pacific World, which was the first liner of the 2026/27 season. The vessel docked at the Cape Town Cruise Terminal on Thursday, according to a statement from Cape Town Etc.

The arrival of this ship marks an important milestone, as it carried 1397 passengers, most of whom arrived from Japan. Their welcome was accompanied by traditional local music and entertainment in honor of Tourism Month.

This first call signifies the growing popularity of Cape Town and the Western Cape as a primary destination for cruises, as well as as a departure point for broader routes across South Africa.

Pacific World is part of the fleet of Peace Boat, an innovative non-governmental organization based in Japan. This organization promotes peace, human rights, sustainable development, and international cooperation through its global travels and educational programs.

The economic impact of cruise tourism is significant. In the 2024/25 season alone, cruise tourism brought R1.79 billion to the GDP of the Western Cape, contributing to business development, job creation, and providing tangible benefits to the entire tourism value chain.

The latest data on the economic impact of the 2025/26 season is expected to be published soon, further highlighting the importance of this sector.

Thinele Stander, CEO of Wesgro, emphasized the contribution of the cruise sector to the growth of provincial tourism. She noted that 'the key driver of this success is the power of public-private partnerships underpinning Cruise Cape Town. Through collaboration between government, industry, and private sector partners, we can attract more cruise calls, increase visitor numbers, and maximize the economic opportunities generated by the cruise economy.'

Andre Blaine, Executive Director for Maritime and Industrial Affairs at V&A Waterfront, expressed similar views, noting that 'every arrival of a cruise ship creates value that extends far beyond the terminal. Cruise visitors contribute significantly to local businesses, attractions, restaurants, tour operators, and accommodation providers, stimulating visitor spending throughout Cape Town and the wider region.'

Alderman James Vos, City Council member for Economic Growth in the City of Cape Town, reiterated the importance of cruise tourism for enhancing the city's competitiveness as a global tourist destination. He explained: 'Through strategic destination marketing and strong partnerships, we are working to attract more visitors and develop the tourism economy. Cruise tourism is a key factor in these efforts, generating jobs, supporting local businesses, and creating economic opportunities for residents across the city.'

Dr. Ivan Meyer, Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism of the Western Cape, congratulated the arrival of Pacific World. He stressed that the start of the cruise season demonstrates the strength of collaboration in developing Cape Town's growing visitor economy. Meyer added: 'Cruise tourism directly contributes to the goals of the Western Cape Government's Employment Growth Strategy by stimulating tourism growth, creating employment opportunities, supporting small businesses, and activating economic activity across the province.'

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