Traffic
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OFM Traffic, keeping you safe on the road.
OFM wants to encourage road users to report reckless driving through the correct channels that action may be taken. Phone 0861 400 800 or complete the form online at: www.arrivealive.co.za/report.aspx
You can now receive the latest OFM Traffic reports, even if you're not tuned in to OFM in your vehicle!
• Simply switch on the TA, traffic announcement, or TP, traffic programming, function on your RDS compatible radio.
• This will enable you to still get the latest traffic updates in your area even when you are listening to something else like a CD.
• What you are listening to will be interrupted and your radio will automatically switch to OFM for the traffic report.
• When the traffic report is finished, your radio will switch back to what you were listening to before.
• Ask your car dealer if you're unsure how the traffic function on your radio works.
• Simply switch on the TA, traffic announcement, or TP, traffic programming, function on your RDS compatible radio.
• This will enable you to still get the latest traffic updates in your area even when you are listening to something else like a CD.
• What you are listening to will be interrupted and your radio will automatically switch to OFM for the traffic report.
• When the traffic report is finished, your radio will switch back to what you were listening to before.
• Ask your car dealer if you're unsure how the traffic function on your radio works.
Free State
NAMPO: IMPORTANT ROAD CONDITIONS & ROUTE ADVISORIES:
R30: BOTHAVILLE – ORKNEY
The R30 between Bothaville and Orkney is currently OPEN and regarded as one of the better routes in the area.
Drivers should still remain cautious after rain due to possible water damage and potholes.
The R30 connects Bothaville to Orkney via the Vaal River crossing.
R59: PARYS – VILJOENSKROON
The R59 between Parys and Viljoenskroon has numerous potholes and sections affected by flooding.
Certain areas near Viljoenskroon have required rerouting due to water over the road.
Motorists are urged to reduce speed significantly, especially at night.
R59: BOTHAVILLE – VILJOENSKROON
The R59 between Bothaville and Viljoenskroon has experienced flooding near Viljoenskroon Industria and the silo area.
Reports indicated water crossing the roadway and temporary closures during heavy rain periods.
Alternative routes include the R727 and R76 where necessary.
R30: BLOEMFONTEIN – ALLANRIDGE – BOTHAVILLE
Flooding and road damage have been reported on portions of the R30 near Allanridge and Welkom.
Certain sections have previously been closed because of unsafe conditions.
Authorities previously conducted reconstruction work near Nyakallong and Allanridge after severe flood damage.
R719 / R700 / R30: BLOEMFONTEIN – WESSELSBRON – BOTHAVILLE
Motorists using the route via Wesselsbron are warned about severe potholes on sections of the R30, as well as connecting regional roads including the R700 and R719.
Use caution in poor visibility and wet conditions.
R76: KROONSTAD – VILJOENSKROON
The R76 between Kroonstad and Viljoenskroon is currently regarded as being in relatively good condition.
This route is often recommended as an alternative to damaged portions of the R59.
R76 / R30: KLERKSDORP – ORKNEY – BOTHAVILLE
Motorists travelling from Klerksdorp are advised to use the R30 via Orkney due to a reported sinkhole near Stilfontein.
Some potholes remain on the alternative route, but conditions are considered manageable.
R59: HOOPSTAD – BOTHAVILLE
The R59 between Hoopstad and Bothaville remains in very poor condition with widespread potholes.
Extreme caution is advised.
R727: BOTHAVILLE – KROONSTAD LINK
The R727 continues to serve as an important alternative route connecting the R30/R59 near Bothaville with the R76 towards Kroonstad.
Free State
R702 - Wepener:
This road is flooded. Be alert if you have to travel in the area.
North West
Stillfontein :
Noordwes-polisie sê dis nie meer nodig om 'n ompad deur Stilfontein te ry nie. Die N12 is oop, maar vir 'n kort entjie word die dubbel-bane in albei rigtings enkel-bane.
Free State
R30 Welkom - CLOSED:
The R30 is closed outside Welkom towards Bothaville and towards Theunissen. Motorists are urged to find alternate routes.
Free State
N1 North Kroonstad to Heuningspruit:
N1 North from Kroonstad to Heuningspruit. Roadworks for 24km until November 2026.
Free State
R708 – Between Hertzogville and Christiana:
The road is in extremely poor condition, with large sections severely damaged or missing. It is currently unsuitable for any type of vehicle.
