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title: "G20 Summit — here are the routes that Joburg drivers should avoid this weekend"
description: "The Johannesburg G20 Summit will be held this weekend, 22 and 23 November, severely affecting traffic in the city. Motorists are advised to use the alternative routes recommended by the Road Traffic Management Corporation."
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published: "2025-11-18T21:53:48"
updated: "2025-11-19T09:22:02"
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# G20 Summit — here are the routes that Joburg drivers should avoid this weekend

> The Johannesburg G20 Summit will be held this weekend, 22 and 23 November, severely affecting traffic in the city. Motorists are advised to use the alternative routes recommended by the Road Traffic Management Corporation.

By Daily Maverick Reporter · Published 18 November 2025, 23:53 SAST · Updated 19 November 2025, 11:22 SAST

## Key points
- As Johannesburg prepares to roll out the red carpet for the G20 Summit, motorists are advised to steer clear of Nasrec, OR Tambo, and Sandton unless they fancy a scenic detour through the city's most congested backroads.
- Johannesburg prepares for significant traffic disruptions during the G20 Summit this weekend.
- Road closures will affect key routes, particularly around Nasrec, OR Tambo Airport, and Sandton.
- Motorists should expect complete road closures when delegate convoys are in transit.
- Authorities urge drivers to plan ahead and consider alternative routes to avoid delays.

## Content

With the [Johannesburg G20 Summit](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article_tag/g20/) scheduled for this Saturday and Sunday, the [Road Traffic Management Corporation](https://x.com/TrafficRTMC) has warned motorists to expect significant traffic disruptions and road closures. The organisation published an updated list of the routes that will be affected.

Motorists are also advised that when convoys carrying delegates are moving, roads will be completely closed off, and access to other motorists and pedestrians will be limited. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and use alternative routes, particularly near Nasrec, OR Tambo International Airport and Sandton. **DM**

![graphic](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/G20-Summit-Road-Closures-Key-Johannesburg-routes-affected.jpg)