Abstract
South African public roads are still characterized by dire potholes, faded road markings, and poor road sign maintenance. This study investigates the perceptions of community members on the delays of road construction projects. The study aimed at measuring the socio-economic impacts of a delayed road project using the road construction project of Collins Chabane Local Municipality implemented in Malamulele. Questionnaires were administered to 120 commuters who were regular users of the concerned road. To examine the data in the most effective way, descriptive statistics were combined with the different aspects that applied to the study. The degree of reliability was assessed using Cronbach's alpha. The study revealed that community members are affected by delays in the construction of road projects. The study also revealed that delay in road construction leads to higher transportation costs and longer travel times. This research recommends cutting-edge technologies to monitor the equipment, keep an eye on worker productivity, and monitor site activity to reduce construction delays, and lastly, municipalities should employ skilled personnel and avoid selecting the lowest-bidding contractors.