Due to so many hijacking incidents taking place on the N2 near Cape Town International Airport, we felt it was needed to distribute local emergency numbers. If you are a frequent user of the N2, it might be a good idea to put these numbers on speed dial!
24 hour emergency number: 021 946 1646 or 021 812 4581/2
The N2 Emergency number: 0800-656463
ER24: 084 124
City of Cape Town Emergency Control Room: 021 480 7700
Tow Truck Service: 021 703 2233, 082 658 0260
Cape Town Airport Police Station: 021 927 2900
Ambulance: 10177
Airport Security: 021 937 1229
Arrive Alive (to report an incident): 0861 400 800
You can also get in contact with the N2 Safe Project and follow them on Facebook.
Also read: What women need to know about driving alone!
We also have a list of tips for frequent N2 drivers. We urge everyone to please take note, as these incidents are serious and you don’t want to find yourselves in a situation like this, especially if you’re a woman driving alone.