The public is advised of planned roadworks in the median of Wetton Road, at the intersection giving access to the Racecourse in Wynberg. The roadworks will take place from Rosmead Avenue to the foot of the Wetton Road/M5 bridge. The project will commence mid-July and continue for a month, weather permitting.

Motorists should note that a portion of one lane will be closed on the east-bound lane approaching the Racecourse and thereafter two lanes of traffic will be maintained in each direction.

‘The work at this intersection forms part of the second phase of the MyCiTi roll-out. The construction work includes ongoing road improvements in the vicinity of Wetton Road in preparation for a future MyCiTi bus facility. We again would like to thank the residents and all road users for their patience while the work is under way and we ask that you please follow the safety signs.

‘Importantly, please make provision for commuting delays along this route. As much as we are trying to limit the impact on the flow of traffic, all roadworks are disruptive in nature and causes frustration.

‘I thank each and every resident for their cooperation and support, which allow us to deliver this major infrastructure project as efficiently as possible. We cannot wait to see how this community will one day reap the benefits of the MyCiTi bus service in their area. You can rest assured that the wait for a scheduled, safe and affordable public transport service to more than 30 communities along the city's busiest transport corridors will definitely be worth it,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, Councillor Rob Quintas.

The work includes the following:

• Widening a portion of Wetton Road for exclusive left and right turning lanes into the planned bus facility
• Upgrading and formalising the existing racecourse access
• Formalising sidewalks along Wetton Road
• Making improvements to the stormwater system • Installing the required sewer connections and water mains
• Road resurfacing with new road signs and markings