There is currently no indication as to when the obstruction of Van Reenens Pass will be resolved. Truck drivers have barricaded the N3 Toll Route since the early hours of this morning.

Extensive traffic backlogs are being reported in both directions from KwaZulu-Natal to the Free State.

Traffic in the area remains at a standstill as all lanes remain closed. Severe congestion and delays will continue to be experienced along all routes in the region.

Road users are advised to delay travel to the area until further notice.

Real-time and verified traffic information is available from #N3TC via its 24-hour N3 Helpline on 0800 63 43 57 or by following @N3Route on Twitter.

ENDS.