Staff Reporter
THE Roads Authority (RA) has announced the installation of speed humps at selected locations along the B1 Western Bypass in Windhoek, a move that will temporarily disrupt traffic between the Independence Avenue Interchange (Katutura Hospital area) and the Lafrenz Interchange.
RA explained that construction began on Friday, 5 June 2026. The Authority added that one lane will be closed at a time during the construction phase, with traffic diverted to the remaining open lane.
“The intervention, which was initiated by Honourable Veikko Nekundi, Minister of Works and Transport, follows an increase in pedestrian-related crashes along these sections, some of which have resulted in fatalities. The speed humps form part of an immediate road safety measure to reduce vehicle speeds, improve driver alertness and enhance pedestrian safety in these high-risk areas,” the Authority explained.
RA urged road users to exercise caution when approaching the affected areas and to comply with all traffic signs and instructions from officials.
“Appropriate traffic management measures, including warning signage and traffic accommodation arrangements, will remain in place throughout the installation period to safeguard both road users and on-site personnel. The RA urges motorists to approach the affected areas with caution, obey all traffic signs and instructions from traffic officials, and reduce speed accordingly,” the Authority added.
