The Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport has announced the temporary closure of the R533 road between Graskop and Bushbuckridge, effective immediately. The closure follows a comprehensive on-site safety assessment conducted on Monday, 22 December 2025.
Based on the outcome of the assessment, authorities decided to fully close the route as a precautionary safety measure to protect motorists and allow urgent remedial work to proceed without risk or disruption.
Why the R533 has been closed
The closure is a critical safety intervention aimed at safeguarding road users and enabling technical teams to address the situation with urgency. The Department confirmed that the decision was taken to prevent potential loss of life and to ensure the road can be restored to a safe condition as quickly and effectively as possible.
Alternative route for motorists
All road users travelling to and from Bushbuckridge are strongly advised to use the alternative route:
Motorists should plan their journeys accordingly, particularly during the busy festive travel period when traffic volumes are significantly higher.
Ongoing monitoring and updates
The Department will continue to monitor the situation closely and will keep the public informed of any developments. Road users will be notified once the R533 is declared safe and reopened to traffic.
The Department has apologised for the inconvenience caused and has appealed to motorists to exercise patience, caution, and cooperation while essential safety work is underway.
Travellers moving through Mpumalanga are encouraged to stay updated on road conditions, especially when travelling between key tourism hubs such as Graskop, Sabie, Hazyview, and Bushbuckridge.
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