Cape Town: The Urban Mobility Directorate of the City of Cape Town has reached a milestone with nearing completion of the MyCiTi Phase-2A construction project this month. The project is mainly focused on building the first red MyCiTi bus lanes that were cast along AZ Berman Drive in Mitchells Plain.
Reportedly, the upgraded AZ Berman Drive includes dedicated MyCiTi bus lanes which is about to get completed with the final traffic signal switch as planned to be installed by next Friday, June 26, 2026.
Member of the Mayoral Committee for Urban Mobility – Councillor Rob Quintas stated that he wants to thank all residents and businesses in the vicinity for their patience with this long-term project. He assured them all that once they start seeing these red bus lanes being cast, the end is in sight.
Cllr Quintas added that there is light at the end of this tunnel in the form of a safe, reliable, affordable and efficient bus service with dedicated lanes to reduce travel times; new stations; new stops and upgraded infrastructure. This project is a major part of the strategy to keep Cape Town moving.
The project is on track and if all goes according to the plan, most of the work is to be completed during the course of this year. Along with some minor works scheduled for February 2027, said Rob Quintas.
Furthermore, the final traffic switch to accommodate upgraded works along AZ Berman Drive is planned for next Friday, June 26, 2026 between the BP and the Mitchells Plain Police Station. This means that traffic will move from the current northbound lane (towards Cape Town) to the newly completed southbound lane (towards Mitchells Plain).
As per the city, vehicles will be able to travel in both directions using two lanes in each direction. The City of Cape Town will ensure that traffic cones and road markings separate the lanes and guide drivers through the work zone or not.
Notably, the residents and businesses in this vicinity can look forward to general road infrastructure upgrades as well, thereby revitalising the area. Upgrades will include renovation to street signage; street lighting; landscaping; stormwater drainage; technology infrastructure; ducting; road-markings and traffic signals.