Traffic volumes on the N1 in Limpopo are on the rise as holidaymakers are returning and schools reopen on Wednesday.

Deputy Director of Transport in Waterberg District Simon Kekana says traffic towards Gauteng is backed up for three kilometres at the N1 Kranskop Toll gate near the Modimolle off ramp.

The slow-moving traffic is also exacerbated by the rainy weather.

Limpopo Today ‘s Weather overview: 12.1.2025 pic.twitter.com/pZn1qj6djx

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) January 12, 2025

The south direction tolls are clocking over 1,400 motor vehicles passing per hour while the north direction tolls record just below 500 vehicles per hour.

VIDEO| Authorities are also monitoring the Lebombo Border Post.

Speeding

Meanwhile, a 45-year-old driver has been arrested for allegedly driving at 195 kilometres per hour in a 120 zone on the N1 near Bela-Bela in Limpopo.

Transport Spokesperson, Tidimalo Chuene, says the driver was released on R1,500 bail and will appear in court on Wednesday.

Chuene has cautioned motorists to observe the speed limit.

“A male driver of a red Mercedes Benz was arrested this morning on the N1 Freeway near Settlers for speeding at 195 kilometres per hour on a 120 zone. He is expected to appear in the Bela Bela Magistrate’s Court soon.”

RECKLESS DRIVING WON’T BE TOLERATED!
45yo driver busted for speeding 195km/h on N1 near Settlers! Facing charges @ Bela-Bela Magistrate’s Court. Speeding kills! Stay safe on our roads! #ArriveAlive #projectEDWARD pic.twitter.com/FQMRzod7RM

— Limpopo Department of Transport & Community Safety (@TransportLimCom) January 12, 2025