24-hour ultimatum issued for removal of derelict vehicle at Good Hope

The Public Works Ministry has issued a 24-hour notice to owners of derelict items occupying sections of the East Coast Railway Embankment at Good Hope, warning that failure to comply will result in their removal.
In the notice issued on Tuesday, the Ministry said the derelict vehicle, which were photographed at the location, must be cleared within the stipulated timeframe. It cautioned that if the owners do not act, the Ministry will move to remove the obstructions as part of its standard enforcement procedures.
The Ministry also expressed appreciation for public cooperation, noting that the effort forms part of ongoing measures to keep roadways clear and safe for use.
The latest notice is in line with the national campaign to remove encumbrances and derelict vehicles from public roadways, reserves, and parapets. In recent weeks, the Ministry has issued several similar directives across the country, targeting abandoned vehicles, stalled trucks, and unauthorised structures obstructing traffic flow.
The publication has previously highlighted concerns about the impact of such obstructions, noting that derelict vehicles and other encumbrances impede traffic, restrict access for emergency services, and pose safety risks to road users.
The Ministry has maintained that the nationwide exercise will continue as part of efforts to improve road safety, reduce congestion, and ensure unobstructed access along major thoroughfares.