The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has introduced a new programme to address illegal occupation of road reserves which ends up impeding on the efficient delivery of infrastructure.

The Provincial Road Reserve Clearing Programme, an integral part of the Transport Infrastructure Compliance Office, has been introduced to fast-track the delivery of transport infrastructure.

MEC for Public Transport and Roads Infrastructure Jacob Mamabolo expressed his concern on how illegal occupation of road reserves negatively impacts the Department’s progress in the construction of strategic roads to support economic recovery and activity.

"We are deeply concerned about the impact of illegal occupation of our road reserves as they delay road construction projects. This has necessitated a programme to preserve and protect these to facilitate economic growth through Smart Mobility of people and goods.”