Alfred Beit Road Bridge

The Alfred Beit Road Bridge spans the Limpopo River between Musina in South Africa and Beitbridge in Zimbabwe with a modern design. The current structure was completed in 1995 and replaced an older construction that now serves exclusively for rail traffic.

The original structure was built in 1929 and named after diamond magnate Alfred Beit, who had major influence on regional development. The new bridge emerged during a period of growing traffic when the old structure could no longer meet demand.

The bridge serves as a meeting point between South African and Zimbabwean communities, shaping daily life at the border. People from both countries cross here regularly to trade, travel, or visit family members.

The bridge allows direct vehicle traffic between the two countries with modern transport facilities and regular inspections at both ends. Visitors should prepare for longer wait times during peak hours and have all required documents ready.

The bridge carries both modern road traffic and the historic rail connection, with two entirely different transport systems sharing the same structure. This dual-use arrangement has been a practical solution allowing both forms of transport to operate alongside each other for decades.

Inception: 1995

Official opening: 1995

Part of: South Africa–Zimbabwe border

GPS coordinates: -22.22440,29.98650

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00