The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) wishes to advise motorists and residents of significant traffic disruptions in Orlando, Soweto, on Saturday, 16 May 2026. This is due to the Betway Premiership fixture between Orlando Pirates FC and Durban City FC. To ensure public safety and maintain order, JMPD officers will be deployed at key intersections to facilitate traffic flow around the Orlando Amstel Arena. Affected Routes & Road Closures Road closures will be implemented starting from 10:30 AM. Heavy traffic is expected on the following major routes:
- N17
- Soweto Highway
- Klipspruit Valley Road
- Martha Louw Street
- Mooki Street
- Sofasonke Street
- Kumalo Main Road
Specific Intersections to be Closed: Mooki Street:
Between Nkom Ya Hlaba and Masopha Streets.
Martha Louw Street: Between Klipspruit Valley Road and Mooki Street.
Mofokeng Street and Nkom Ya Hlaba Street.
Post-Match Traffic Flow (One-Way Systems)
Klipspruit Valley Road will be converted into a one-way street, running from Martha Louw Street towards the N17 traffic circle.
N1 South Off-Ramp & N17: Traffic will be redirected towards Nasrec Road and Riverlea to avoid congestion from the Soweto Highway and Klipspruit Valley Road. Soweto Highway: Will be closed at Eben Cuyler Drive.
Vehicles coming from Diepkloof will be diverted to Moshoeshoe Street in Orlando East. Alternative Routes & Parking Alternative Routes:
Drivers are encouraged to use Ballende, Masopha and Sofasonke Streets as alternatives to Mooki Street or utilise the broader Soweto Highway network where closures are not in effect.
Spectator Parking Locations:
Corner of Martha Louw and Klipspruit Valley Road (Open Space). Local Schools: Shomane High, AB Quma Primary (Scott St), Lofentse Girls High (Mooki St), Zithathele Primary (Mooki St), Leratong Primary, Orlando High, Selelekela High (Mooki St), and Lereche Primary (Adams St). Orlando Court (Mooki Street). Note: Parking inside the Orlando Amstel Arena is strictly reserved for VIPs, Media, and VOC members. Event Logistics
Gates Open: 11:00 AM
Kick-off: 3:00 PM (15:00)
JMPD urges spectators to arrive early to avoid gate congestion and requests residents to remain patient during this period. Please plan your routes in advance to minimise delays. END Issued by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) Communications Unit