The protest spilled over onto the N2 Freeway on Monday. REPORTS have been received that the protests that has shut down Jozini since Sunday has spread, affecting Manguzi, Mbazwana, Bhambanana as well as the N2 between Mfekayi (north of Mtubatuba) and Hluhluwe. 18 Sep 2017, Cape Town: Motorists are advised to make use of alternative routes, the N1 inbound lane closed at Joostenbergvlakte due to tyres burning in the roadway. The protests spilled over on to the N2 highway, causing major delays for motorists and commuters travelling to and from the Cape Town International Airport and the CBD. Protesters torched a bus, burned tyres, stoned vehicles and blockaded the road in the Ridgeview Road in the Cato Manor area. today. ... N2, R300 and the N7. For more from Northglen News follow us on Facebook or Twitter. The N2 was closed between Shell Ultra City and Kwanokuthula. Exact details have not been confirmed but major roads including the N1, N2, N7 and R300 have been mentioned as being affected. The City of Cape Town's Richard Bosman says the protesters have barricaded the N2 with burning tyres, hurling stones at motorists. Residents in Brackenham and eNseleni were affected as the R619 between the two suburbs was blocked, as was the N2 … Hundreds of elderly men, women, Chiefs and youths from Obite Community in Ogba Egbema Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers state have shut down a gas plant operated by Total Exploration and Producing Nigeria Limited over alleged neglect. However, the Bitou municipality described several incidents during the early hours of the morning on Thursday as “rampant crime, […] Earlier today a truck transporting quarry stone was forced to offload its cargo on the roadway. Size: The group expect at least 15 communities to be joining in the protest. Two days after KwaZulu-Natal police declared war on violent protests‚ angry shack dwellers stoned cars and set a bakkie alight on Durban’s busy N2 freeway. Please approach with caution. Please report any incidents. Nigerian equities may extend their world-leading rally as the stock market reopens today. Protests in Nigeria, however, took a new dimension circa 1900 when the masses, who were disgruntled over a government policy, took to the streets to make their grievances known. Netstar Traffic . The taxi strike has also affected buses and trains. But last week the workers suspended the protests pending negotiations with Oak Valley. Cape Town – The N2 between Strand and Somerset West has been closed to traffic in the vicinity of Hlati Road in Lwandle following violent protests that erupted this morning. - N2 Southbound at Queen Nandi Dr - ROAD CLOSED - Avoid - Protesters in Springfield Pk,also blocking Inanda Rd over N2 bridge - Avoid - N2 North closed at Sea Cow Lake Rd / Inanda Rd (M21) - … People travelling on these routes are warned to expect delays and be aware of possible stone-throwing and petrol bombing. They have said it will be a peaceful protest and urged participants and law enforcement to respect its peaceful nature. The SAPS indicated operations will be stepped up with extra resources to be deployed to manage the protests and crime with the view to open the N2 today," the municipality said in a statement. @_ArriveAlive about 7 hours ago. With “hundreds” of angered citizens making their voices heard, it’s caused a traffic nightmare in the Western Cape: The N2 at Somerset West and Lwandle remains closed in both directions. Since 6 May, protests have blocked the N2 outside Grabouw and there have been several clashes between police and protesters. The protests managed to make their way to the N2 highway as it got more and more violent. This page is for everyone travelling on the N2 inbound and outbound to know exactly what they're driving into. April 13, 2018. “The R300 link onto the N2 outbound towards Somerset West is closed in both directions. The protestors today rejected the integration of fully subsidised homes with videos, updates: today is the 3rd day in-a-row of violent protests in hout bay Today is the third consecutive day of violent protests in Hout Bay and the violence escalates daily. Angry protesters block N2 Land occupiers say they want water, toilets and electricity, but the City of Cape Town says the land is not suitable ... “Our concern is the Grade 12 learners who are writing mathematics today.” ... We disrupt economic activity because that’s where our protests hurt the City most,” he said. The N2 inbound has been closed at Macassar Road as a result of protest action around Khayelitsha on Thursday, November 12. Western Cape authorities say they are on the hunt. N2 Protests: Dwellers vow to carry on attacks on vehicles. The Joe Slovo settlement is one of the construction sites for the N2 Gateway Pilot Project, the national housing experiment set up to test the efficacy of governmentâ s integrated housing policy. The N2 in Plettenberg Bay remained closed on Wednesday morning following overnight protests. GroundUp reports that negotiations between Oak Valley Estate and the Commercial, Stevedoring, Agricultural and Allied Workers’ Union (Csaawu) have seemingly deadlocked.. ALSO READ: N2 at Bhobhoyi is now open after protest action. #KZNTraffic — ECR Traffic (@ecrtraffic) April 13, 2018 . We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. There have been several road closures along the N2 highway near Cape Town as protests turned violent and police and law enforcement agencies … Northglen News 1 minute read. Protest action on the N2 northbound after the Umhlanga exit. Reports say the protests were centred around service delivery and are believed to be about housing. They say they are waiting for authorities to arrive and discuss the way forward. UPDATE 16 July @ 12:23 - Traffic has been reopened in both directions on the N2. KNYSNA NEWS - Protesters from Hlalani have once again closed the N2 this morning, burning tyres and other debris. On Monday. #CPTTraffic Stationary vehicle: R300 northbound at Van Riebeeck Rd, emergency lane … 10K likes. Motorists are using the slipway to pass the scene. The N2 protests have been raging through the night as well, and the handful of early-morning risers have had their numbers bolstered earlier on Thursday. Three buses and a truck were set alight in protests around Khayelitsha in Cape Town today, 12 November. Tension in Brackenfell, Cape Town, remains high after protests over a private matric function that black students at Brackenfell High School were allegedly excluded from. The N2 freeway and municipal offices were closed at Plettenberg Bay early on Thursday after protests and overnight looting of businesses in the coastal town. It is believed the reasons behind the protest are once again housing-related, as Hlalani-based housing projects remain unfinished. The N2 Outbound has also been closed at Borcherds Quarry. N2 Protests: Dwellers vow to carry on attacks on vehicles Joburg vendors call for talks following violent clashes Tshwane protestors call for jobs, service delivery #EndSARS Protests: LCC is a victim too — Counsel LCC asked the panel to allow it reopen the toll gate plaza, scene of the October 20 infamous shooting at #EndSARS protesters. N2 protests: Roadway now open, traffic moving freely - police | bit.ly/3lyVTtW Buses were seen to stoned and 29 trains have reported to have been cancelled. There has been simmering discontent in some communities over service delivery. “The City respects the rights of citizens to protest on condition that those protests are non-violent and peaceful, and respectful of the rights for others to access public spaces and public roads. The SAPS indicated operations will be stepped up with extra resources to be deployed to manage the protests and crime with the view to open the N2 today,” the municipality said in a statement. HAVE YOUR SAY Violent protests in which motorists were stoned, trucks set alight and roads closed have been "temporarily suspended" in and around Dunoon in Cape Town after taxi bosses apologised to … N2 traffic updates. There is a strong police presence and traffic police are also in attendance. AFTER two days of violent protests bringing the Richards Bay CBD to a standstill, this morning (Wednesday) saw other routes blocked with burning tyres and other debris. Protesters have previously warned that they will not stop until they get land. You can also follows us Instagram. #CPTTraffic Multi-vehicle accident: N2 outbound at Robert Sobukwe Rd, ramp lane blocked. “All indications are that protests, mainly from the Qolweni community, will continue today. Update 16 July @ 12:23 - traffic has been simmering discontent in some communities over service delivery been discontent! Protests, mainly from the Qolweni community, will continue today truck transporting quarry stone forced! 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