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Heading to Durban city centre to catch the latest show at the Playhouse Theatre? Making your way to the beachfront to catch some gnarly waves? Or maybe you’re heading to the newest restaurant on Florida Road.
Whatever your destination, getting around the city is becoming a much smoother ride.
eThekwini Municipality has completed a major phase of its Inner-City Road Rehabilitation Programme, investing almost R128 million to upgrade some of Durban's busiest roads and transport routes.
The result is better road surfaces, improved traffic flow, safer pedestrian access, and a more welcoming city centre for you to visit.
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Smoother journeys across the city
Acting Deputy Director of Roads and Infrastructure Management, Thanda Zulu, says:
"An investment of nearly R128 million in our inner-city road network reflects the Municipality's commitment to rebuilding critical infrastructure, improving the movement of people and goods, and creating an environment that supports economic growth, investment, and job creation."
Over the past financial year, approximately 65 kilometres of road have been rehabilitated across 13 strategic routes in and around Durban's CBD.
Some of the roads receiving upgrades include:
- Umngeni Road
- Dr Pixley ka Seme Street
- K E Masinga Road
- Masabalala Yengwa Avenue
- Sandile Thusi Road
- Margaret Mncadi Avenue
- Soldiers Way
- Smiso Nkwanyana Road
- Inkosi Albert Luthuli Freeway (M4)
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If you've driven through the city recently, chances are you've already noticed the difference.
Beyond fresh road surfaces, the work has included improved stormwater drainage, enhanced pedestrian safety measures and infrastructure designed to reduce long-term maintenance disruptions.
The upgrades also support Durban's wider Inner-City Regeneration Programme focused on revitalising the CBD while encouraging investment, improving accessibility, and creating a more vibrant urban environment.
More reasons to explore Durban
From the Golden Mile and Victoria Street Market to the Playhouse, Moses Mabhida Stadium, the Durban Botanic Gardens and the city's ever-growing foodie scene, improved roads make exploring this awesome city a bit better!
This is another positive step as Durban continues investing in becoming a more accessible and visitor-friendly destination!
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