Traffic signsSouth Africa
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A traffic sign is a standardised visual symbol placed along roads to guide, warn, or regulate drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. These signs provide essential information about road conditions, rules, directions, and potential hazards, helping to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow. They come in various shapes and colours—such as triangular warning signs, circular prohibitory or mandatory signs, and rectangular information signs—each designed for quick recognition and clear understanding.
How are traffic signs grouped in South Africa?
The manual separates regulatory, warning, guidance and information signs. Regulatory signs include control, command, prohibition and reservation functions.
🔗 transport.gov.za • South Africa, Department of Transport, SARTSM — traffic-signs
Is a temporary speed limit at roadworks binding in South Africa?
Where an authorised temporary regulatory speed limit is in force, you must obey it. A roadworks warning alone should not be mistaken for a new numerical limit, but conditions may require driving more slowly.
🔗 transport.gov.za • South Africa, Department of Transport, SARTSM — traffic-signs
51. Warning for a divided road
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a divided road. The road ahead separates into carriageways for opposing directions of traffic, usually divided by a central reservation or traffic island. Follow the lane markings and adjust your position to the new road layout.
English • W118 • Beginning of a divided roadway. The roadway ahead separates into carriageways divided by a central reservation. Follow the lane markings and the indicated road layout.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-07-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3 · W118 · PDF p. 17 (May 2012).
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Source revision 2017-07-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.
52. Warning for the end of a divided road
This traffic sign indicates a warning for the end of a divided road. The separation between opposing directions of traffic ends ahead, and oncoming traffic will no longer be divided by a central reservation. Reduce speed and adjust to the new road layout.
English • W117 • End of a divided roadway. The separation between opposing traffic streams ends ahead. Be prepared for two-way traffic without a central reservation.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2018-08-20. Wikimedia original unmodified.
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3 · W117 · PDF p. 17 (May 2012).
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Source revision 2018-08-20. Wikimedia original unmodified.
53. Warning for an unpaved road surface
This traffic sign indicates a warning for an unpaved road surface. The paved surface ends or changes to gravel, dirt or another loose material. Reduce speed and be prepared for reduced grip, uneven surfaces, dust and loose stones.
English • W325 • Gravel road begins. The surfaced road changes to a gravel road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-03. Wikimedia original unmodified.
54. Warning for low-flying aircraft
This traffic sign indicates a warning for low-flying aircraft. Aircraft may pass over the road at low altitude and can create sudden noise or visual distraction. Keep your attention on the road and maintain control of the vehicle.
English • W351 • Low-flying aircraft. Low-flying aircraft may pass over the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 7 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-10-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.
55. Warning for cattle on the road
This traffic sign indicates a warning for cattle. Cattle or other livestock may be crossing, walking along or standing near the road. Reduce speed, be prepared to stop and avoid sudden movements or unnecessary use of the horn that could startle the animals.
English • W310 • Farm animals: cattle. Cattle may be on or crossing the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
56. Warning for crossing deer
This traffic sign indicates a warning for crossing deer. Deer or other wild animals may enter the road unexpectedly, especially around dawn or dusk. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared for more than one animal to cross.
English • W313 • Wild animals ahead. Wild animals may be on or crossing the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
57. Warning for wild horses on the road
This traffic sign indicates a warning for wild or free-roaming horses. Horses may enter or stand on the road unexpectedly. Reduce speed, be prepared to stop and avoid unnecessary use of the horn or other actions that could startle the animals.
English • W311 • Farm animals: horses. Horses may be on or crossing the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
58. Warning for sheep on the road
This traffic sign indicates a warning for sheep. Sheep may be grazing beside the road, crossing it or moving along it, sometimes in groups. Reduce speed, remain alert and be prepared to stop without startling the animals.
English • W312 • Farm animals: sheep. Sheep may be on or crossing the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
59. Warning for children
This traffic sign indicates a warning for children. Children may be present on or near the road and may cross unexpectedly. Reduce speed, scan both sides of the road carefully and be prepared to stop.
English • W308 • Children. Children may be near or crossing the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
60. Warning for pedestrians
This traffic sign indicates a warning for pedestrians. Pedestrians may be walking near or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully and be prepared to stop.
English • W307 • Pedestrians. Pedestrians may be on or crossing the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
61. Warning for a pedestrian crossing
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a pedestrian crossing. A designated pedestrian crossing lies ahead. Reduce speed when necessary, watch carefully for pedestrians and be prepared to give way or stop according to the applicable local priority rules.
English • W306 • Pedestrian crossing ahead. A pedestrian crossing is ahead. Be prepared to yield or stop as required at the crossing.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
62. Warning for cyclists
This traffic sign indicates a warning for cyclists. Cyclists may be riding along or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully for cyclists and maintain the passing distance required by the applicable local rules.
English • W309 • Cyclists. Cyclists may be using or crossing the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
63. Warning for equestrians
This traffic sign indicates a warning for equestrians. Horse riders may be on or near the road ahead. Reduce speed, allow plenty of space and avoid unnecessary use of the horn or sudden movements that could startle a horse.
English • W356 • Horse and rider. Horse riders may be on or crossing the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 7 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
64. Warning for tractors
This traffic sign indicates a warning for tractors or other agricultural vehicles. Slow-moving agricultural vehicles may enter, cross or travel along the road ahead. Reduce speed and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.
English • W352 • Agricultural vehicles. Agricultural vehicles may enter or use the road ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 7 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
65. Warning for trams
This traffic sign indicates a warning for trams. Tram tracks cross or run along the road ahead, and trams may enter the traffic path. Reduce speed, watch carefully for approaching trams and follow the applicable traffic signals, priority signs and local rules.
English • W362 • Tram. Trams or tram tracks may be encountered ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 7 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2018-08-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
66. Warning for a railway crossing without barriers
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing without barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing where railway tracks cross the road and no barriers or gates are present to stop traffic. Drivers should slow down and look both ways for trains.
English • W318 • Railway crossing. A railway crossing is ahead. Follow the crossing controls and check for trains.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.
67. Warning for a railway crossing with barriers
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing with gates or barriers that close when a train approaches. Drivers should be ready to stop when the barriers are down or flashing lights activate. Never attempt to cross when gates are closing or closed.
English • W317 • Motor gate. A motor gate across the road is ahead. This ladder-shaped symbol is not a railway barrier warning.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3, PDF p. 5 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2018-08-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.
68. Warning for a railway crossing with one track
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with one track. It alerts drivers to a level crossing where a single railway track crosses the road. Drivers should approach with caution and be prepared to stop, even if no barriers or warning lights are active.
English • W403 • Single-track railway crossing. This marker identifies a railway crossing with one track. Check for trains and obey all crossing controls. It marks the crossing rather than serving only as an advance warning.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2018-08-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3 · W403 · PDF p. 53 (May 2012).
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Source revision 2018-08-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.
69. Warning for a railway crossing with two or more tracks
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with two or more tracks. It alerts drivers to a level crossing where more than one railway track crosses the road. More than one train may pass in succession or from different directions, so drivers should check carefully before crossing and never proceed until all tracks are clear.
English • W404 • Multiple-track railway crossing. This marker identifies a railway crossing with two or more tracks. Check every track for trains and obey all crossing controls. It marks the crossing rather than serving only as an advance warning.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2018-08-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 3 · W404 · PDF p. 53 (May 2012).
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Source revision 2018-08-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.
70. No entry
This traffic sign means no entry. Drivers may not enter from the direction in which the sign is placed.
English • R3 • No entry. Do not enter the road from this direction.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 40 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-04-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.
71. Pedestrians prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that pedestrians are prohibited. Pedestrians may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R218 • No pedestrians. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: pedestrians.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 76 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-05-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.
72. Cyclists prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that cyclists are prohibited. Cyclists may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R219 • No cyclists. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: cyclists.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 77 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-05-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.
73. Motorcycles prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that motorcycles are prohibited. Motorcyclists may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R222 • No motor cycles. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: motor cycles.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 80 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2025-12-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
74. Cars prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that cars are prohibited. Cars may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R223 • No motor cars. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: motor cars.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 80 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.
75. Trucks prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that trucks are prohibited. Trucks covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Any applicable weight threshold or vehicle-category limitation is determined by the sign, supplementary information and local rules.
English • R229 • No goods vehicles. Goods vehicles over 3,500 kg GVM/GCM must not proceed beyond the sign.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 81 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.
76. Buses prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that buses are prohibited. Buses covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R227 • No buses. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: buses.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 81 (May 2012) Artwork correction: the earlier R226 source above documents the previous image. The displayed SVG now follows R227 and the captioned meaning.
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • Current SVG source • Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2 · R227 · PDF p. 81 (May 2012).
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Source revision 2017-06-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.
77. Tractors prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that tractors are prohibited. Tractors covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R236 • No agricultural vehicles. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: agricultural vehicles.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 83 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-19. Wikimedia original unmodified.
78. Equestrians prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that equestrians are prohibited. Equestrians may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R238 • No horses and riders. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: horses and riders.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 84 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-19. Wikimedia original unmodified.
79. Horsecarts prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that horsecarts are prohibited. Horse-drawn vehicles may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R237 • No animal-drawn vehicles. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: animal-drawn vehicles.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 83 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
80. Rickshaws prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that rickshaws are prohibited. Rickshaws may not enter or continue beyond the sign.
English • R234 • No rickshaws. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: rickshaws.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 83 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
81. Trailers prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that trailers are prohibited. Vehicles towing trailers covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Vehicles without a trailer may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R240 • No towed vehicles. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: towed vehicles.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 84 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
82. Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that pedestrians and cyclists are prohibited. Pedestrians and cyclists may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R220 • No cyclists and pedestrians. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: cyclists and pedestrians.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 78 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-05-28. Wikimedia original unmodified.
83. Motorcycles and cars prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that motorcycles and cars are prohibited. Motorcycles and cars may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
84. Vehicles carrying water-polluting substances prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles carrying water-polluting substances are prohibited. Vehicles carrying the substances covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it.
English • R232 • No vehicles conveying dangerous goods. The indicated class of road user must not proceed beyond this sign: vehicles conveying dangerous goods.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 82 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-07-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.
85. Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles wider than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall width, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • R239 • Width limit: 2.1 m. Vehicles 2.1 metres wide or wider, including their load, must not proceed beyond the sign.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 84 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
86. Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles higher than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall height, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • R204 • Height limit: 4.42 m. Do not proceed unless the vehicle and load are lower than the indicated clearance of 4.42 metres. Include an antenna where a height gauge applies.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 67 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
87. Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles longer than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall length, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • R205 • Length limit: 15 m. Vehicles or combinations longer than 15 metres, including projections, must not proceed beyond the sign.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 68 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-24. Wikimedia original unmodified.
88. Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles heavier than indicated are prohibited. Vehicles or vehicle combinations exceeding the displayed mass limit may not continue beyond the sign. The legally relevant mass is determined by the applicable local rules.
English • R202 • Mass limit: 12 t. Vehicles with a gross vehicle mass or gross combination mass exceeding 12 tonnes must not proceed beyond the sign.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 65 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.
89. Vehicles exceeding the axle-load limit prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles exceeding the indicated axle-load limit are prohibited. A vehicle whose load on an axle exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • R203 • Axle massload limit: 2 t. Vehicles with a gross axle massload or gross axle unit massload exceeding 2 tonnes must not proceed beyond the sign.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 66 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-24. Wikimedia original unmodified.
90. Trucks heavier than indicated prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that trucks heavier than indicated are prohibited. Trucks covered by the sign may not continue if they exceed the displayed mass limit. The legally relevant mass is determined by the applicable local rules.
English • R230 • No goods vehicles over 10 t GVM. Goods vehicles with a gross vehicle mass or gross combination mass exceeding 10 tonnes must not proceed beyond the sign.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 82 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.
91. Turning left prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that turning left is prohibited. A left turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R211 • No left turn. Do not turn left at the point indicated by the sign.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 71 (May 2012) Artwork correction: the earlier R209 source above documents the previous image. The displayed SVG now follows R211 and the captioned meaning.
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • Current SVG source • Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-05-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2 · R211 · PDF p. 72 (May 2012).
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Source revision 2017-05-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
92. Turning right prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that turning right is prohibited. A right turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R212 • No right turn. Do not turn right at the point indicated by the sign.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 71 (May 2012) Artwork correction: the earlier R210 source above documents the previous image. The displayed SVG now follows R212 and the captioned meaning.
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • Current SVG source • Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-05-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2 · R212 · PDF p. 72 (May 2012).
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Source revision 2017-05-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
93. Turning around prohibited (U-turn)
This traffic sign indicates that turning around (making a U-turn) is prohibited. A U-turn may not be made where the prohibition applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • R213 • No U-turn. Do not make a U-turn at the point indicated by the sign.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 72 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
94. Overtaking prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that overtaking is prohibited. The vehicles covered by the prohibition and any categories that may still be overtaken depend on the applicable local rules.
English • R214 • No overtaking: all vehicles. Do not overtake another vehicle travelling in the same direction for 500 metres beyond the sign, unless the applicability is modified by a selective restriction message.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 73 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
95. Overtaking prohibited for trucks
This traffic sign indicates that overtaking is prohibited for trucks. Trucks covered by the sign may not overtake where the prohibition applies. The affected truck categories and any exceptions depend on the applicable local rules.
English • R215 • No goods vehicles overtaking goods vehicles. Drivers of goods vehicles must not overtake another goods vehicle travelling in the same direction for 500 metres beyond the sign, unless a selective restriction message modifies the applicability.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 73 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-21. Wikimedia original unmodified.
96. Start of a speed limit
This traffic sign indicates the start of a speed limit. The displayed value is the maximum permitted speed from this point. The limit remains in force until it ends or is replaced according to the applicable traffic signs and local rules.
English • R201 • Speed limit: 50 km/h. Do not exceed 50 kilometres per hour.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 64 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-07-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.
97. Using the horn prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that using the horn is prohibited. The horn or other audible warning device may not be used where the prohibition applies, except where an applicable local rule permits or requires it.
English • R206 • No excessive noise. Do not sound the horn for 100 metres beyond the sign. Vehicles emitting noise above prescribed levels must not proceed beyond it. Any accompanying distance plate may extend the restriction.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 69 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
98. Parking prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that parking is prohibited. Vehicles may not be parked in the area covered by the sign unless an exception applies. Brief stopping to pick up or drop off passengers or to load or unload goods may still be permitted where local rules allow it.
English • R216 • No parking. Do not park on the portion of public road indicated by the sign. Read any secondary message for the applicable times or vehicle classes.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 74 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-05-31. Wikimedia original unmodified.
99. Parking and stopping prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that parking and stopping are prohibited. Vehicles may not stop or park voluntarily where the restriction applies, except where an applicable rule provides an exemption or stopping is required by traffic conditions.
English • R217 • No stopping. Do not stop on the indicated portion of road, except to comply with a traffic signal or officer, or to avoid a collision. Read any secondary message for the scope of the restriction.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 75 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-05-31. Wikimedia original unmodified.
100. Mandatory roundabout direction
This traffic sign indicates the mandatory direction around a roundabout. Traffic must circulate in the direction shown by the arrows. The sign does not itself determine priority; follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local rules.
English • R137 • Roundabout. Turn left into the roundabout and circulate clockwise. Yield to traffic approaching from the right within the roundabout when it is close enough to present a danger.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.gov.za • Department of Transport · SADC RTSM Vol. 1, chapter 2, PDF p. 62 (May 2012)
SVG source: Southern African Development Community • Public domain • Original revision 2017-06-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.