Bridge collapse near Windhoek forces closure of B1 road

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2025-03-20

WINDHOEK, 20 March 2025 - The B1 road, 30km south of Windhoek, remains closed until further notice due to bridge damage caused by heavy rainfall. (Photo: Contributed)

WINDHOEK, 20 MAR (NAMPA) – A bridge on the B1 road 30 kilometers south of Windhoek has been damaged by continuous heavy rainfall, resulting in the closure of the road until further notice.
The B1 road is a crucial route for residents of Rehoboth who commute to Windhoek for work.
The closure has also affected travellers from other towns further south, with reports on social media indicating that an unknown number of cars are stuck in traffic head...

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