HHO Consulting Engineers is proud to be appointed as the Employer’s Agent by the City of Cape Town for the construction of Phase 2A of the MyCiTi Inte- grated Rapid Transit (IRT) System—specifically the extensive Work Package W1 along Imam Haron and Chichester Roads, extending from Stanhope Bridge to the M5.
Awarded under Tender 46Q/2023/24, this flagship project forms part of the City’s ongoing commitment to transform urban mobility and deliver accessible, reliable public transport to Cape Town’s residents. The contract, valued at R597.46 million (incl. VAT), was awarded to Civils 2000 (Pty) Ltd and commenced in March 2025. Due to the scale and complexity of the works, the construction timeline remains flexi- ble and will be updated as the project progresses.
Engineering Scope and Key Features
The W1 package represents a significant upgrade to key arterials in the Claremont and Kenilworth areas. The planned works include:
Widening of Stanhope Bridge to accommodate MyCiTi buses and ease traffic congestion,
Reconstruction of Imam Haron Road between Stanhope Road and the M5 with dedicated bus lanes,
Construction of exclusive turning lanes at strategic intersections to im- prove traffic flow,
Permanent full and partial road closures, 12 in total, to optimise the local road network,
Site preparation for two future MyCiTi stations: at Chichester Road and Kenilworth Centre,
Construction of a new turnaround facility for buses at the end of the route.
Our Role as Employer’s Agent
Under Contract 225C/2020/21, HHO Consulting Engi- neers has been entrusted to manage and oversee the full scope of the W1 package, including:
Our responsibilities ensure that the implementation of complex civil infrastructure meets the City’s stringent engineering, environmental, and community objectives, on time and within budget.
Technical Highlights
The complexity of the project required detailed engineering investigations and innovation, including:
Coordination with SMEC South Africa (Pty) Ltd, who completed the preliminary design, to seamlessly transition into final design and con- struction phases.
Geotechnical investigations dating back to 2022, involving test pits, boreholes, in-situ testing, and laboratory analysis to assess soil and groundwater conditions.
Retaining structures reaching up to 6.5 metres in height, including cantilever walls and return retaining walls at strategic points such as Palmyra Road and Bridgecourt Flats.
Foundation design for structural elements, notably the use of forum-bored piles for the widened Stanhope Bridge abutments and associated retaining walls.
Extension of the Black River Canal culvert using precast units to match and integrate with existing structures.
Looking Ahead
As work progresses, HHO remains committed to delivering engineering excellence through proactive collaboration with contractors, stake- holders, and City officials. Our experienced team continues to uphold the highest standards in civil engineering and project delivery, ensuring that Cape Town’s transport future is built on a solid foundation, both literally and figuratively. We are proud to be part of a transformative project that not only enhances mobility but also supports economic growth and improves the quality of life for thousands of commuters.