ICYMI: Public Information Day for MyCiTi Construction in Claremont

The City of Cape Town is set to begin construction for the expansion of the MyCiTi bus service to Claremont in March 2025.

To keep residents informed about the upcoming roadworks, the City will be hosting a public information day on Tuesday, 18 February 2025, at the Claremont Civic Centre.

The construction will primarily impact Stanhope Road, the Stanhope railway bridge, Imam Haron Road (M24), and Chichester Road. Commuters and residents are urged to attend the session to learn about the sequencing of the project, the specific work areas, and its anticipated impact on traffic flow.

A high-resolution map detailing the construction zones is available here.

Project Details:

The construction will take place along a 2.7km stretch of Imam Haron Road (M24), beginning at Stanhope Road near the Claremont public transport facility and extending to the M5 highway.
The project is expected to last 33 months, with completion planned for December 2027.
Work will commence in March 2025.
Affected routes include Stanhope Road, the Stanhope railway bridge, Imam Haron Road (M24), and Chichester Road.

Councillor Rob Quintas, Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, emphasized the importance of attending the public information session.

“I urge residents of Claremont and surrounding areas to participate in this important engagement. It provides a key opportunity to understand the roadwork schedule, the impact on daily commutes, and possible alternative routes. City officials will be on hand with maps and answers to any questions. Please take the time to attend,” said Quintas.

Public Information Day Details:

Date: Tuesday, 18 February 2025
Time: 17:00 – 18:30
Venue: Claremont Civic Centre, corner of Wilderness and Bath Roads, Claremont

Councillor Quintas acknowledged the challenges posed by the construction but reaffirmed the City’s commitment to minimizing disruptions.

“This will be one of the most complex sections of road to be affected as we build infrastructure for MyCiTi’s expansion to Claremont and Wynberg. While we aim to keep Cape Town moving, some level of inconvenience is unavoidable. We will mitigate the impact by limiting work during peak hours and ensuring that traffic flows in both directions at all times. Attending the information day will help residents prepare and consider alternative routes.”

Residents are encouraged to stay informed and plan ahead to minimize disruptions during the construction period.