Situation described as ‘tense’ in areas rocked by protests

Mpumalanga residents from Low’s Creek, Pienaar, Tonga, Kwaggafontein and Pienaar have embarked on protest action this morning.

According to Mpumalanga police spokesman, Brig Leonard Hlathi, they are monitoring these areas and a police official has been dispatched to them to observe and compile a report on the protests.

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Hlathi described the situation as ‘tense’ and said that he would provide more detailed information once he receives the report.

Lowvelder will continue providing updates once more information is made available by the South African Police Services.