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Huguenot Tunnel Expansion

Sector: Road • Location: Western Cape, South Africa

Source: The Mirror US

Project
Planned

The Huguenot Tunnel, South Africa's longest road tunnel, was constructed at a cost of $10.5 million. It significantly shortens the distance between Paarl and Worcester by 6.8 miles, saving travelers between 15 and 26 minutes. The project includes plans for a new North Bound Tunnel and improvements to the existing South Bound Tunnel, aiming to enhance traffic flow and safety.

Status
Prospective
Sector
Road, Tunnel, Government
Location
Western Cape, South Africa
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
The Mirror US

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The project “Huguenot Tunnel Expansion” is an infrastructure initiative in the Road sector, located in Western Cape, South Africa. Taiyo aggregates data on it from The Mirror US.

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The Huguenot Tunnel, South Africa's longest road tunnel, was constructed at a cost of $10.5 million. It significantly shortens the distance between Paarl and Worcester by 6.8 miles, saving travelers between 15 and 26 minutes. The project includes plans for a new North Bound Tunnel and improvements to the existing South Bound Tunnel, aiming to enhance traffic flow and safety.

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Transportation

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Country

South Africa

State

Western Cape

Source

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The Mirror US

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Sector

Road, Tunnel, Government

Article published date

2025-02-14

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