On any public road.

To cancel a restriction.

From here you do not have to comply with the restriction sign with a symbol similar to this sign but without the red cross.

Overview The End of Single-Carriageway Freeway Sign (Temporary De-Restriction Sign) in South Africa is used to indicate that a single-carriageway freeway section has ended. It removes all freeway-specific restrictions that applied from the point where the freeway began. What the Sign Means When this sign appears, it informs drivers that they are leaving a controlled-access single-carriageway freeway and entering a normal public road environment. The key rule is: freeway rules no longer apply beyond this point. How It Works in Practice The single-carriageway freeway section ends Restrictions such as limited stopping, controlled access, and freeway-only rules are cancelled Drivers may encounter intersections, property access points, or pedestrian activity again Normal road regulations resume immediately after the sign Driver Responsibilities Reduce speed appropriately when exiting freeway conditions Be alert for changing traffic patterns and possible intersections Watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and turning vehicles Adjust driving to suit non-freeway road conditions Where You Will See This Sign This sign is commonly used: At the end of single-carriageway expressways Where controlled-access roads transition into urban or rural roads Near exits from limited-access highway sections Purpose of the Sign The purpose of the End of Single-Carriageway Freeway Sign is to clearly mark the end of freeway conditions, ensuring drivers are aware that normal road rules and traffic interactions resume beyond this point. Common Mistakes to Avoid Continuing to drive at freeway speeds after the sign Failing to anticipate intersections or turning traffic Not adjusting to increased pedestrian or local traffic activity Safety Tips Gradually reduce speed when leaving freeway conditions Stay alert for traffic signals and junctions ahead Expect more frequent stops and slower traffic flow Summary The End of Single-Carriageway Freeway Sign in South Africa indicates the termination of freeway regulations and restores normal road conditions. It ensures drivers adjust safely from controlled-access roads to standard public roads.