Prohibition signs
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Vehicles must travel at or below 5 kilometres per hour. This speed is often used in private areas like parking lots or gated zones.
Drivers must not exceed 10 kilometres per hour. This is used in very slow zones like loading areas or shared spaces.
The maximum permitted speed is 20 kilometres per hour. Often seen in residential or mixed pedestrian areas.
All vehicles must travel at 30 kilometres per hour or less. This is common in school zones or town centres.
Drivers must not exceed 40 kilometres per hour. Suitable for suburban roads or areas with light traffic.
This is the default limit in many urban areas. Vehicles must stay at or below 50 kilometres per hour.
Vehicles must not go faster than 60 kilometres per hour. Often used on larger city roads or industrial zones.
Maximum speed allowed is 70 kilometres per hour. Used on major roads with low pedestrian presence.
Drivers must not exceed 75 kilometres per hour. This limit may appear on transition zones before freeways.
The road allows driving at up to 80 kilometres per hour. This applies to rural or regional roads.
Vehicles must keep speed at or below 90 kilometres per hour. Found on certain provincial or inter-town roads.
Drivers can travel up to 100 kilometres per hour. This limit is used on dual carriageways and safe open roads.
This is the highest common limit in South Africa. Used on freeways and national roads with controlled access.
Heavy vehicles with a gross vehicle mass above 12 tonnes may not enter. Access is restricted to lighter vehicles.
This sign indicates the end of a previous weight restriction. All vehicles may now proceed regardless of mass.
Vehicles that place more than 2 tonnes on any one axle are not allowed. This prevents road surface damage.
Any vehicle taller than 4.42 metres is restricted from entering. This prevents collision with overhead structures.
Long vehicles over 15 metres are not allowed. Common in narrow or curved routes with limited turning space.
Drivers may not use horns unnecessarily or make loud noise. This is enforced near hospitals or residential areas.
People are not allowed to ask for lifts on this stretch of road. This is for safety and traffic control.
Only approved or permitted vehicles may enter. All others must use alternate routes.
Drivers are not allowed to turn left at the upcoming junction. Continue straight or choose another route.
A right turn will not be permitted at the next intersection. Drivers must continue or turn left.
No left turns are allowed at this location. Vehicles must proceed in another direction.
Turning right is not allowed here. Follow the marked direction or use a different junction.
Vehicles may not reverse direction using a U-turn at this point. This improves traffic flow and safety.
Drivers may not pass other vehicles along this section. Stay in your lane until the restriction ends.
Heavy vehicles such as trucks may not overtake here. This is for safety on hills or narrow roads.
Stopping and leaving a vehicle unattended is not allowed. Use designated parking zones only.
Vehicles must not stop under any condition except in emergencies. This helps reduce obstruction and danger.
People may not walk along this road or path. It is reserved for motorised traffic only.
Bicycles are not allowed on this section of road. Use alternative cycle paths where available.
This route is not open to bicycles or pedestrians. Only motorised traffic may proceed.
Motorcycle entry is not allowed here. This may apply to specific zones like tunnels or elevated roads.
Private motorcars are not allowed beyond this point. Entry is reserved for other vehicle types.
This route does not allow taxis. They must follow another designated path or zone.
Mini-buses may not use this road. Entry is restricted for safety or traffic flow reasons.
The use of midi-buses is banned here. These vehicles must use an alternate road.
All full-sized buses are restricted from this section. Use a permitted bus route.
Vehicles delivering goods are not allowed here. This may apply during peak hours or permanently.
Trucks or vans over 3500 kilograms are banned. Only lighter delivery or private vehicles may proceed.
No access for goods vehicles over 10 tonnes gross vehicle mass. Heavy transport must reroute.
Construction machinery and site vehicles are not allowed. Road use is limited to general traffic.
Hazardous cargo is not permitted on this road. Drivers must follow regulated alternative routes.
Oversized or wide-load vehicles are not allowed here. Restrictions are in place for safety and structure limits.
Rickshaws may not use this road or lane. Use is limited to other types of traffic.
Tourist transport buses cannot enter this section. They must follow approved travel routes.
Farm equipment or agricultural vehicles are not permitted. This ensures smoother traffic for general vehicles.
Vehicles pulled by animals may not enter. This rule prevents congestion and ensures animal safety.
Horse riders may not use this road. This restriction is in place for safety and vehicle speed compatibility.
Only vehicles under 2.1 metres wide may proceed. This protects narrow lanes or bridge structures.
Vehicles being towed are not permitted beyond this point. Use a route approved for towing.
Street trading or hawking is not allowed in this area. This is enforced for public safety and order.
Neither motorcycles nor private cars are permitted here. The road is reserved for another vehicle type.
Vehicles with more than 12 tonnes over a tandem or bogie axle are restricted. This prevents damage to sensitive surfaces.