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#TrafficAlert – Protest action near Steelpoort Mine

Information was received from motorists that protest action is taking place on the Sekhukune road.

May 13, 2019

Sjani Campher 1 minute read

An image of protest action in the Steelpoort area two days ago. The photo was supplied by a motorist.

11 buses were pulled off on the road between Lydenburg and Steelpoort.

The Booysendal Mine entrance has been closed off by the protesters.

Motorists are advised to use alternative routes where possible.

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May 13, 2019

Sjani Campher 1 minute read

Sjani Campher

Sjani has been working as a community journalist and photographer at the Middelburg Observer since 2018, during which she has been responsible for the content creation for both digital and print, as well as maintaining the publication's online platforms. She is a member of the Forum for Community Journalists, and focuses on fields including hard news, investigative reporting, human interest, columns and sports.