update (12 May 2025): The water levels along MR118 (Oranjemund-Rosh Pinah road) have subsided. Hence, the affected section on MR118 got officially reopened to traffic on 10 May 2025.
update (09 May 2025): The Namibian Roads Authority (RA) has informed the public that a section on the MR118 (Oranjemund-Rosh Pinah road) remains closed as there is still water along the sides, making it unsafe to reopen at this stage.
The Namibian Roads Authority (RA) has announced the closure of Main Road 118 (MR118), connecting Rosh Pinah and Oranjemund, effective from the evening of 07 May 2025. This precautionary measure is due to the rising water levels of the Orange River, which are expected to overtop the road overnight. Only emergency vehicles will be permitted passage under strict supervision.
Motorists are advised to use the following detour routes:
- Via Aus and Lüderitz (Namdeb Road):
- From Keetmanshoop, proceed via Aus and Lüderitz.
- Take the gravel road to Oranjemund.
- Operating hours: 07:00 – 15:00 daily.
- Important: Access is subject to NAMDEB's regulations. Travel is at motorists’ own risk.
- Only Light Delivery Vehicles (LDVs) and trucks are permitted; sedans and light vehicles are not allowed.
- Via Noordoewer and South Africa:
- From Keetmanshoop, travel via Grünau and Noordoewer.
- Cross into South Africa and proceed to Steinkopf, then Port Nolloth and Alexander Bay.
- Re-enter Namibia through the Oppenheimer Bridge to Oranjemund.
Motorists are urged to exercise caution, adhere to road regulations, and stay updated on further announcements from the Roads Authority.
Stay safe and plan your journey accordingly!
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