‘The repairs to the Strand Street pedestrian bridge aim to restore the condition of the structural steel pedestrian bridge to a safe working state and will allow for safe pedestrian passage across Strand Street in the medium to long term. The pedestrian bridge will remain accessible to the public and in use throughout the repair works, just to a lower capacity, until repairs are completed. The repair work is needed to prolong the longevity of the City’s infrastructure and to keep Cape Town moving over roads as well,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, Councillor Rob Quintas.

The work areas under the bridge will be demarcated to regulate traffic flow through the affected area, with partial lane closures on:

• Strand Street
• Newmarket Street
• And Castle Street

Repair work on the pedestrian bridge over Strand Street may cause congestion, as traffic in both directions could be affected.

Road users are urged to consider alternative routes while the work is in progress.

Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in the area: Reduce speed, follow all road signs, stay vigilant near the construction zone and be mindful of the workers. Commuters should allow extra travel time to avoid delays.