Traffic signsSouth Africa

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of South Africa. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.


What does this traffic sign mean?

51. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a divided road.
Warning for an unpaved road surface.
Cycle highway.
Warning for a road narrowing.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

52. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a road with one-way traffic.
✓ Warning for the end of a divided road.
Warning for a road narrowing.
Warning for an unpaved road surface.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

53. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a road narrowing.
Warning for roadworks.
Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

54. What does this traffic sign mean?

Driving straight ahead mandatory.
Aircraft prohibited.
Motor vehicles prohibited.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

55. What does this traffic sign mean?

Dead end street.
Prohibited access for animals.
✓ Warning for cattle on the road.
Warning for tractors.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

56. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for crossing deer.
Dead end street.
Prohibited access for animals.
Warning for tractors.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

57. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for tractors.
Dead end street.
Warning for a soft verge.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

58. What does this traffic sign mean?

Dead end street.
Warning for a soft verge.
✓ Warning for sheep on the road.
Prohibited access for animals.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

59. What does this traffic sign mean?

Children prohibited.
✓ Warning for children.
Pedestrians prohibited.
Crossing for pedestrians.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

60. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for pedestrians.
Crossing for pedestrians.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

61. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for traffic lights.
Pedestrians prohibited.
✓ Warning for a pedestrian crossing.
Crossing for cyclists.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

62. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a zone for cyclists.
Cyclists prohibited.
Crossing for cyclists.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

63. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for equestrians.
Warning for horses.
Cars prohibited.
Mandatory path 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

64. What does this traffic sign mean?

Tractors prohibited.
Warning for a dirt road.
Warning for trucks.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

65. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a railway crossing.
Trams prohibited.
Mandatory lane for trams.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

66. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for trams.
Entry prohibited.
Start of a motorway.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

67. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for roadworks.
Entry prohibited.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing with barriers.
Warning for a railway crossing without 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

68. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a tunnel.
Warning for traffic lights.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing with one track.
Warning for a railway crossing with two or more tracks.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

69. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a roundabout.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
Entry prohibited.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

70. What does this traffic sign mean?

Road with one-way traffic.
Parking prohibited.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

71. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the zone for pedestrians.
Cyclists prohibited.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

72. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for cyclists.
Crossing for pedestrians.
✓ Cyclists prohibited.
Warning for cyclists.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

73. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for mopeds.
Mandatory path for motorcycles.
Warning for mopeds.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

74. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory lane for cars.
Motorcycles prohibited.
Start of an expressway.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

75. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for trucks.
Parking prohibited for trucks.
✓ Trucks prohibited.
Mandatory lane for trucks.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

76. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory lane for buses.
✓ Buses prohibited.
Warning for buses.
End of mandatory bus lane.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

77. What does this traffic sign mean?

Trucks prohibited.
Warning for tractors.
✓ Tractors prohibited.
Mandatory lane for tractors.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

78. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for equestrians.
Warning for equestrians.
✓ Equestrians prohibited.
Entry prohibited, except for equestrians.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

79. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for equestrians.
Warning for horses.
Warning for equestrians.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

80. What does this traffic sign mean?

Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
Mandatory lane for rickshaws.
Warning for rickshaws.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

81. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles heavier than 3 500 kg prohibited.
Warning for trailers.
✓ Trailers prohibited.
Parking 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

82. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
Warning for pedestrians and cyclists.
Cars, trucks and buses prohibited.
Crossing for pedestrians and cyclists.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

83. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Motorcycles and cars prohibited.
Mandatory lane for motorcycles and cars.
Mopeds and cars prohibited.
End of the built-up area.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

84. What does this traffic sign mean?

Flammable or explosive goods prohibited.
✓ Vehicles carrying water-polluting substances prohibited.
Warning for a slippery road surface.
Vehicles carrying dangerous goods 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

85. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.
Warning for a road narrowing.
Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

86. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.
✓ Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles wider 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

87. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.
✓ Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
Trucks prohibited.
Vehicles higher 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

88. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited.
✓ Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.
Trucks 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

89. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Vehicles exceeding the axle-load limit prohibited.
Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited.
Trucks prohibited.
Vehicles heavier than indicated 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

90. What does this traffic sign mean?

Trucks prohibited.
Trucks longer than indicated prohibited.
✓ Trucks heavier than indicated prohibited.
Trucks higher 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

91. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Turning left prohibited.
Turning right prohibited.
Entry prohibited.
Turning left mandatory.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

92. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a curve to the right.
Turning right mandatory.
Turning left mandatory.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

93. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning around mandatory (U-turn).
✓ Turning around prohibited (U-turn).
Entry prohibited.
Road with one-way traffic.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

94. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Overtaking prohibited.
Warning for two-way traffic.
Start of a motorway.
Overtaking allowed.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

95. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Overtaking prohibited for trucks.
Warning for trucks.
Parking prohibited for trucks.
Overtaking prohibited for cars.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

96. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a minimum speed.
Start of an advisory speed limit.
✓ Start of a speed limit.
Start of a residential area.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

97. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for loud sounds.
Warning for low-flying aircraft.
✓ Using the horn prohibited.
Using the horn mandatory.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

98. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Parking prohibited.
Parking and stopping prohibited.
Entry prohibited.
Road with one-way traffic.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

99. What does this traffic sign mean?

Entry prohibited.
Parking allowed.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
✓ 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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

100. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning around mandatory (U-turn).
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
✓ Mandatory roundabout direction.
Turning left mandatory.

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.