Are there protests in Western Cape?

Western Cape police spokesperson FC van Wyk told the Mail & Guardian no looting or protests had yet occurred in Cape Town, but that police remained on standby. “There is nothing in the Western Cape. No looting, no protests. We can confirm that no incidents of looting have been reported,” Swartbooi said.

Was Cape Town affected by the riots?

The protests closed the N3 and N2 highways, which link the Indian Ocean ports of Durban and Richard’s Bay to the industrial hub of Johannesburg and to Cape Town. In Durban and Pietermaritzburg, crowds attacked warehouses for major retailers and factories, which were set alight.

Why are they protesting on N2?

The N2 between Munster and Port Edward is inaccessible to motorists due to violent protests in the area. This after protesters placed debris on the road. Parents and students protested at Cornwall Hill College in Irene on Monday against allegations of racism and a lack of transformation in the school.

Is there any looting in the Western Cape?

There has been no looting in the Western Cape, as of our last report, and all partners remain on full alert to respond to any incidents.

Is Cape Town safe from looters?

The disaster management centre confirmed that no verified incidents of looting have been reported in any region of the Western Cape. “SAPS and the PDMC are aware of multiple messages going around relating to – amongst others – alleged threats to various malls in the City of Cape Town and elsewhere in the province.

Why are they protesting in South Africa?

The violence was the worst in post-apartheid South Africa and was sparked after former President Jacob Zuma was sentenced to 15 months in jail on July 8 for snubbing a corruption inquiry. The protests widened into grievances over longstanding poverty and inequality.

What started the riots in South Africa?

Riots were sparked by the jailing of former President Jacob Zuma. The death toll has risen to 212, up by almost 100 since Thursday, the government said. Police officers have been protecting deliveries of food to supermarkets after days of widespread looting led to shortages.

Who caused the riots in South Africa?

Why the Riots? On early Thursday, July 8th, Jacob Zuma was arrested for a 15-month prison term for contempt because he repeatedly defied a court order for him to testify. In response to his imprisonment, a group of loyalists to former President Jacob Zuma are being held responsible for the looting.

Is it safe to drive on the N2?

The safety tips include: – Be extra alert and cautious when driving on the N2, especially at night. – Do not drive over boxes, stones and other foreign objects as this might damage your vehicle and force you to stop. Stationary vehicles are soft targets for theft.

Is the N2 in Cape Town Open?

The N2 incoming and outgoing are open now. SAPS has deployments on Baden Powell, as well as Hindle Road near Blue Downs, and Somerset West, she says.

How many malls are looted in South Africa?

More than 200 shopping centres and 100 malls were looted or burnt, while at least 1,400 ATMs were damaged and 300 banks and post offices vandalised in the southeastern province.

Why are there riots in South Africa?

Riots were sparked by the jailing of former President Jacob Zuma. The death toll has risen to 212, up by almost 100 since Thursday, the government said. The president said the riots were an attempt to hijack South Africa’s democracy. He told supporters that instigators had been identified, but didn’t elaborate.

What was the protest in Cape Town on Monday?

Scenes of protest in Cape Town on Monday. Five people were arrested by early Monday morning, following protests in various Cape Town suburbs. Gatvol Capetonian, a self-described pressure group, threatened to shut down the city in an attempt to highlight the plight of backyard dwellers.

Where was the shootout in the Western Cape?

The shootout occurred on the corner of the N2 freeway and Broadway Boulevard in Strand.

Why was Cape Town shut down on Monday?

In a statement on its Facebook page, the group said it shut Cape Town down in August 2019 and would do the same on Monday because nothing had been done to improve the lives of backyarder dwellers. “Over the past year, our situation has gotten worse and we are nowhere near a solution.