Durban live traffic updates: Incidents to take note of on Friday, 12 September 2025
This live Durban traffic update shows real-time data on incidents, road closures and other important alerts.
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Three children killed in Imbali taxi accident
Three children have died and nine others were injured in an Imbali taxi accident after a minibus ploughed into a daycare centre in Pietermaritzburg.
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KZN transport dept reaches agreement with SANTACO to end Durban taxi strike
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport and SANTACO have reached an agreement to end the Durban taxi strike, which left thousands of commuters stranded this week.
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Durban July 2025: Theme, what to expect, roads you must avoid
Durban July 2025 is set for Saturday with cultural showcases and major traffic adjustments expected near Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse.
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Gale-force winds cause destruction in parts of KwaZulu-Natal
Severe weather in KwaZulu-Natal has caused damaging winds, heavy snowfall, and road closures, with major warnings in place and key routes like the N2 shut down.
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Soweto Derby: What the stats say, road closures, how to watch live
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates face off in the Nedbank Cup final this Saturday — here’s what fans need to know about the match, road closures, and how to watch.
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Durban city roads congested amid protests over illegal immigration
Protesters marched to Durban City Hall demanding action against illegal immigration, causing major traffic delays in central Durban.
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N2 Mtubatuba cash-in-transit heist causes heavy traffic
A cash-in-transit heist on the N2 near Mtubatuba has caused major traffic disruptions, as police respond to the latest CIT robbery in KZN.
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KZN police vow action on Day Five of Durban taxi strike
Police have launched a manhunt for drivers and vehicle owners implicated in blocking roads and stopping trucks on the N3 towards Durban, creating significant traffic delays.
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Durban long-distance taxi strike continues on Monday, 2 December 2024
The strike is led by taxi association members who claim that their vehicles are being unfairly impounded.
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KZN Transport clears the air on collapsing Ezimbokodweni River Bridge
Despite the urgency, no timeline has been provided for the bridge’s repair, sparking frustration among commuters who rely on this key route.
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Durban weather: Cato Ridge taxi collision kills one, several injured
Heavy rainfall in Durban caused multiple accidents on Monday, including a fatal taxi crash in Cato Ridge. Here’s what to expect for Tuesday’s weather.
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KZN Transport issues update on Durban taxi strike
KZN Transport issued an update on the Durban taxi strike causing major CBD disruptions, with ongoing road closures on Wednesday.
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Durban taxi protests: Roads to avoid on Wednesday, 30 October 2024
Durban taxi protests continue to disrupt key routes on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, with major road closures in place across the city.
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N2 Mandeni horror crash kills eight: Here are the latest updates
A crash on the N2 near Mandeni, KZN, has left eight people dead. The road is closed, and these traffic diversions are in place.
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N2 bridge near Empangeni reopens after head-on collision
A head-on collision on the N2 bridge near Empangeni left five people injured. The road has since been cleared, and investigations are underway.
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Durban CBD horror crash kills two: Here’s the latest
Two people died in a crash involving a bus and a bakkie in Durban’s CBD. Twenty others were injured and taken to hospitals as investigations continue.
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Shelly Beach traffic chaos ends with several injured in two crashe
Shelly Beach experienced significant traffic chaos on Monday due to two separate crashes that left several people injured.
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Truck crash causes significant delays in Hammarsdale
The incident, which happened earlier today, has led to significant delays, with only the left lane currently open to traffic.
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These Durban roads will be closed from Thursday, 15 August 2024
To ensure safety during the blasting operations, the following Durban roads will be temporarily closed from Thursday.
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Durban schoolchildren survive horror crash: Here are the latest updates
Multiple children, aged between seven and 12, sustained various injuries.
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South Coast taxi strike rears its ugly head on Tuesday, 30 July 2024
The Department of Transport (DoT) and local authorities advised residents to stay off the roads to avoid further congestion.
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Several injured in Cornubia Mall taxi crash: Here’s the latest
Paramedics were met with a chaotic scene as the taxi had lost control after the collision and overturned, scattering passengers across the road.
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KZN N3 South road closure on Tuesday, 16 July 2024: Here are the latest updates
The operation commenced at 09:00, necessitating a temporary road closure to ensure the safety and efficiency of the recovery efforts.
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Durban traffic: N3 toll route to be closed on Wednesday, 26 June 2024
The N3 toll route near Indezi River Bridge will be closed for maintenance on Wednesday, 26 June 2024, causing delays.
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Three killed in horror M25 truck crash
Three people were killed and multiple others injured in a tragic truck crash involving three cars on the M25 near Phoenix.
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2024 Comrades Marathon: Durban road closures for Sunday, 9 June 2024
The 2024 Comrades Marathon will cause extensive road closures in Durban on Sunday. Here’s what you must know.
Crime
Durban cash-in-transit heist causes traffic backlog on N2 north
A cash-in-transit heist caused a significant traffic backlog on the N2 northbound near the Kwa Mashu offramp in Durban this morning.
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Burnwood riots: Durban motorists warned to avoid these roads
Motorists are warned to avoid these roads in and around Burnwood, Durban.
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Fire breaks out near King Shaka International Airport: Here’s what we know
A veld fire near King Shaka International Airport has caused significant traffic disruptions amid ongoing taxi protests in Durban.