Information sessions regarding the planned R43 upgrade between Vermont and Sandbaai have been confirmed for 16 to 19 November 2026.
The project, led by the Western Cape Department of Infrastructure, is expected to commence in January 2027, with construction anticipated to take approximately 24 months.
The meetings will provide residents with an opportunity to learn more about the overall project, what the upgrade entails, its impact on traffic and motorists, what to expect during construction, and the recruitment and procurement processes, including local job and subcontracting opportunities.
The confirmed schedule is as follows:
Monday, 16 November 2026
15:00-16:30: Subcontracting information session at Mount Pleasant.
Monday, 16 November 2026
17:00-19:00: Community engagement meeting at Zwelihle Community Hall
Tuesday, 17 November 2026
17:00-19:00: Community engagement meeting at Moffat Hall, Mount Pleasant
Wednesday, 18 November 2026
17:00-19:00: Community engagement meeting at Sandbaai Hall
Thursday, 19 November 2026
17:00-19:00: Community engagement meeting at Hawston Thusong Centre
Overstrand Municipality’s Socio-Economic Services team will also be available to assist residents with enquiries. For more information phone 028 313 5020 or email nliwani@overstrand.gov.za.
