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Watch: Truck drivers protest on N3 at Van Reenen’s Pass (KZN)

A heavy police presence is in the area, along with RTI and N3TC

The N3 at Van Reenen’s Pass is closed due to over 100 trucks barricading the roadway.

The demands of the protesting truck drivers are now known.

They are demanding that the Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Transport come down to address their issues and give a date as to when foreign drivers will leave the country.

Also read: Update: Minister condemns the blocking of the N3 at Van Reenen

The chanting of protest songs and hooters blaring can be heard echoing along the N3 near Van Reenen.

Another demand is that they have an NBCR consultant.

The protest is still ongoing and is not violent, but authorities warn motorists to stay away from the area.

Read initial story: Warning: Protest action on the N3 at Van Reenen’s Pass

Also read:Urgent Traffic Alert: Van Reenen’s Pass a ‘No Go Zone’ due to truck drivers protesting on N3 (Gallery Included)

Read also: Watch: Member of Parliament on scene at truck drivers’ protest on N3, Van Reenen

 

A heavy police presence is in the area, along with RTI and N3TC.

The Tugela East Toll Plaza and Tugela Toll Plaza are closed, and traffic is being diverted to Harrismith.

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