With the event drawing nearer, Polokwane is getting ready to proudly host its share of international matches for the FIFA World Cup 2010.
For both security and traffic congestion reasons, a system of road closures will be implemented.  These road closures may cause a level of inconvenience to some residents and businesses, but the chance to host a World Cup is a “once in a lifetime” opportunity and should be viewed as a privilege.
There will be a different road closure system for Match and Non Match days.

Match Days

During the 4 Match days, roads will be closed on the Southern side of Marshall Street from Church Street in the West to Webster Street in the East. Maroela Street in the East will also be closed. In addition, the intersection of Pafuri Street leading into the Fan Park area will be restricted access.
The R71 (Tzaneen Bypass) turnoff off the N1 and the intersection of the Tzaneen Bypass and Grobler Street will be closed for all vehicles except ticket holders who are accredited to park in the Stadium Precinct. All traffic will be allowed to exit from the Tzaneen Bypass freely, and only vehicles attempting to enter will be checked for the correct accreditation.
Roads will be closed from midnight to midnight on the day of each Match.

Non Match Days

During Non Match days, the Fan Park will be operational.  Roads will be closed on the Southern side of Marshall Street from Church Street in the West to Biccard Street in the East.  Any vehicles travelling along Suid Street will have to turn into Biccard Street away from the Fan Park.

Roads will be closed from midnight on 10 June 2010 to midnight on 11 July 2010.

Vehicle Permits for Residents and Businesses

• All residents and businesses requiring access through these road closures are to apply for a Vehicle Access Permit.
• The issuing of permits will take place from 4 May 2010 to 9 July 2010.
• A permit will be issued per vehicle at each residence / business.
• These permits can be obtained from Arup, 33 General Joubert Street, Polokwane.  Office hours are from 09:00 to 16:00.
• Applicants are to present their Rates Invoice or a letter from their business requesting the permit.

Guest Houses and B&Bs
All Guest Houses and B&B’s are to present a list of their visitor’s names to the Commander at their nearest road closure by 08:00 in the morning.  Each visitor will be marked off as they arrive and allowed access to the establishment.