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Road Closures & Roadworks in Lansdowne, Cape Town

2 road closures active in Lansdowne
• Turfhall Road, between Castor/Benona Road and the railway bridge • Racecourse Road, between the railway bridge and the M5
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Active Road Closures in Lansdowne

Temporary Lane ClosureReported 25 days ago
• Turfhall Road, between Castor/Benona Road and the railway bridge • Racecourse Road, between the railway bridge and the M5
The public are advised of the following planned temporary lane closures as part of ongoing transport infrastructure improvements. • Turfhall Road, between Castor/Benona Road and the railway bridge • Racecourse Road, between the railway bridge and the M5
24 Aug 2026, 06:00 - 01 Mar 2027, 15:00
Temporary Lane closureReported 222 days ago
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE LANSDOWNE The public are advised of the following roadworks and road closures in the Lansdowne area in the coming weeks and months. Work is planned to continue between the Castor/Benona Road intersection and the M5 bridge for approxi
28 Jan 2026, 06:00 - 31 Oct 2026, 15:00

Road Works History for Lansdowne (Last 90 Days)

The City of Cape Town completed 2 road projects in Lansdowne in the last 90 days. Most common: Temporary Lane Closure.

DateDurationTypeStreet
24 Aug 2026-Temporary Lane Closure• Turfhall Road, between Castor/Benona Road and the railway bridge • Racecourse Road, between the railway bridge and the M5
28 Jul 202625.2 daysTemporary Road ClosureIntersection of Racecourse and Leafmore Roads

Report a Pothole or Road Problem in Lansdowne

Damaged road surface, broken signage, faulty traffic light or pothole in Lansdowne? Log it with the City.

Frequently Asked Questions About Road Closures in Lansdowne

Are any roads closed in Lansdowne today?

Yes, 2 road and lane closures are active in Lansdowne. Details and streets affected are listed above.

How do I report a pothole in Lansdowne?

Call the City of Cape Town on 0860 103 089 (24/7) or log it online at eservices1.capetown.gov.za. Include the street name in Lansdowne and a photo if you can. National roads are SANRAL - different number.

How long will the roadworks in Lansdowne take?

Most temporary road closures in Lansdowne last 1-3 days. Resurfacing runs for 2-8 weeks with rolling lane closures. Road line markings finish the same day. Each entry above shows the City's reported start and end dates.

Will load shedding affect traffic lights in Lansdowne?

Traffic lights in Lansdowne usually fail during load shedding unless the intersection is on a backup supply. Treat a dark intersection as a 4-way stop. The City prioritises major intersections for backup power.

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