Road closures for 30th anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s release from prison
7 February 2020
Cape Town Traffic advises the public that Darling Street and surrounds will have traffic restrictions in place from 01:00 on Monday, 10 February until 22:00 on Tuesday, 11 February 2020.This is to accommodate an event marking the 30th anniversary of former president, Nelson Mandela’s release from prison.
From 01:00 on Monday morning, no vehicles will be allowed to stop in front of City Hall between Parade and Corporation Streets.
From 09:00 on Monday, Darling Street will be reduced to two single lanes.
Then, from 18:00 on Monday evening, Darling Street will be closed to traffic between Lower Plein and Buitenkant Streets until the conclusion of the event the following day. Also, from this time, no parking will be permitted in Corporation Street and Parade Street.
The City appeals to motorists to seek alternative routes where possible as the restrictions/closures will likely result in some traffic congestion.
Staff will be on duty in the area to redirect traffic.
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City of Cape Town, Media Office