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Petition is addressed to: City of Cape Town – Roads and Transport Directorate
We, the residents of Hout Bay, Victorkloof neighbourhood and surrounds ,formally request the urgent installation of a raised intersection (speed table) at the corner of Martingale and Valley Road.
This intersection sees significant daily traffic — both from local residents and vehicles commuting through the area. A raised intersection is a necessary traffic-calming measure to reduce speeding, improve compliance with the stop street, and make the area safer for all road users.
Reason
There have been numerous witnessed transgressions of vehicles ignoring the stop street at Martingale and Valley Road, often driving straight through at speed. Several of these have been captured on Watchcon CCTV, and some residents have been involved in accidents.
This road is used daily by:
Local commuters and service vehicles
Horse riders
Children walking or cycling
Parents with babies in prams
Visitors and staff entering or exiting Riverside Terraces Old Age Home
Despite signage, there is little deterrent to speeding, and near-misses are becoming a regular occurrence. The current layout does not adequately manage traffic flow or enforce caution at this residential intersection.
A raised intersection would help calm traffic, reinforce driver accountability, and enhance safety for everyone who uses this corner — whether on foot, horseback, bicycle, or in a vehicle.
We respectfully urge the City of Cape Town’s Roads and Transport Directorate and Ward Councillor Robert (Ward 74) to act promptly before a preventable incident becomes a serious accident
Petition details
Petition started:
07/28/2025
Collection ends:
08/07/2025
Region:
South Africa
Topic:
Traffic & transportation
News
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Intersection approval
on 09 Sep 2025Hi everyone,
Great news — the City of Cape Town has formally approved the raised intersection at Martingale/Valley ✅.
The next step is for the ward to allocate funds, with the cost estimated at around R200,000. This is expected to be discussed in the coming weeks, and I’ll share an update as soon as we have clarity.
Thanks again for all the support — your voices really made a difference in getting this approved 👏. -
Changes to the petition
on 06 Aug 2025 -
City Steps In: Stop Sign Enforcement Requested
on 04 Aug 2025We’re pleased to share that Desré Liebenberg, Assistant Chief of Traffic Operations for the City of Cape Town, has formally requested Stop Sign enforcement at the intersection of Martingale Avenue and Valley Road, near the entrance to World of Birds.
This official action adds further weight to our petition for a raised intersection at this location — an area of ongoing concern for residents, businesses, and visitors alike.
🕒 Just 2 days left before the petition closes and is submitted to the City. If you haven’t signed yet, now’s the time — and please rally the troops! Every signature strengthens our case for safer streets.
Thank you to everyone supporting this important initiative.
