The new road interchange in Midrand
The Gauteng Provincial Government has officially opened the upgraded K101 Road, also known as Old Johannesburg Road, in a move aimed at improving mobility, easing traffic congestion and strengthening economic activity between Johannesburg and Tshwane.
Premier Panyaza Lesufi officially unveiled the completed project, describing it as an important investment in the province’s transport infrastructure. The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport said the upgraded route is expected to improve road safety, reduce travel times and provide motorists with a viable alternative to the often-congested N1 freeway.
The 5.4-kilometre stretch runs from the D795 Road in Midrand to the N1 at Brakfontein Road, serving as a key transport corridor linking Gauteng’s two largest metropolitan municipalities. The road is used by private motorists, freight operators, buses, taxis, pedestrians and cyclists.
Addressing attendees at the launch, Lesufi said infrastructure development must be accompanied by stronger measures to protect public assets. He called for expanded CCTV surveillance, tougher law enforcement and better coordination between government agencies to combat crime, vandalism and the destruction of public infrastructure.
