New 13-month infrastructure project handed over to the City of Tshwane, improving connectivity between Atterbury and Garsfontein roads
After 13 months of construction, the K147 Zwavelpoort Road in eastern Pretoria, South Africa, has officially been opened and handed over to the City of Tshwane. The R100-million project, developed by Balwin Properties, creates a new strategic link between Atterbury Road and Garsfontein Road, improving mobility across the city’s eastern corridor.
The new route is expected to significantly reduce traffic pressure on key commuter arteries, including Solomon Mahlangu Drive and De Villebois Mareuil Drive, which serve as major north–south connections to the N1 and R21 highways.
Speaking to Rekord, Balwin Properties founder and CEO Steve Brookes said the road forms an important addition to Tshwane’s transport network.
“This road introduces a vital new connection within the Tshwane road network and will play a meaningful role in reducing pressure on existing routes. It will help relieve congestion currently experienced on Solomon Mahlangu Drive and De Villebois Mareuil Drive, which are key north-south routes used to access the N1 and R21, respectively,” Brookes said.
City of Tshwane mayoral spokesperson Samkelo Mgobozi said the project demonstrates the value of collaboration between the public and private sectors in delivering infrastructure.
“The K147 project is a strong example of how public-private partnerships can help accelerate the delivery of critical infrastructure while supporting long-term economic development. Strategic partnerships with the private sector allow the City to unlock investment and deliver infrastructure that benefits residents, motorists and businesses. These partnerships play an important role in supporting Tshwane’s growth while easing pressure on public resources,” Mgobozi said.