12 August 2014
The Municipality of Mossel Bay has
described the recent protest action by residents as senseless. The violent
protest which started on Sunday resulted in buildings being torched and cars on
the N2 highway being stoned.
Residents are protesting over electricity
connection that was cut off by the municipality in the KwaNonqaba Township and
also for basic service delivery.
Police also arrested thirteen people for
public violence and are appearing in court today.
Resident of Mossel Bay Dominique April said
schools in the area were closed down because the protestors started to target
schools, clinics, and the Home Affairs office in the Athlar area of Mossel Bay
“They moved this morning towards the Town
Centre where I think they handed over a memorandum to our Mayor and what the
outcome of that we are still awaiting news about that and about what the
situation is like at Nonqaba.” April added.
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