Motorists travelling through affected areas, however, are still being urged to use alternative routes where closures remain in place.
The N2 inbound has been reopened to traffic following the earlier disruption.
The N2 outbound at the R300 has also been reopened, easing movement through the interchange.
Motorists are advised to remain alert as traffic conditions may change while authorities manage the situation.
The situation remains fluid, with some roads already reopening while others remain closed.
At the latest update:
- N2 inbound: Reopened
- N2 outbound at R300: Reopened
- R300 southbound at Stellenbosch Arterial: Closed
- R300 northbound at N2: Closed
- R300 southbound at Hindle Road: Closed
- Old Faure Road at Govan Mbeki Road: Closed
Protest causes major traffic closures on N2 and R300
A protest has disrupted traffic across several major routes, with motorists urged to drive with caution as sections of the N2 and R300 are closed, Cape {town} Etc reports.
The motive behind the protest has not yet been established, but the closures are already affecting key routes used by motorists travelling between Cape Town and surrounding areas.
According to the latest traffic information, motorists should take note of the following closures:
- N2 outbound is closed.
- All traffic is being diverted onto the R300 towards Bellville.
- N2 inbound is closed at Spine Road.
- N2 inbound is also closed at Mew Way.
- R300 southbound is closed at Hindle Road.
- R300 northbound is closed at the ramp to the N2.
- R300 southbound is closed at Stellenbosch Arterial.
- Old Faure Road is closed at Govan Mbeki Road.
The closures are likely to have a knock-on effect on surrounding roads as motorists look for alternative routes.
Motorists should also avoid attempting to bypass roadblocks or enter closed sections of road, particularly while the situation remains unclear.
At this stage, the reason for the protest has not been confirmed.
This is a developing story and further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
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