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R538 at Hillsview blocked by protesters
The road is barricaded with trucks and burning tyres. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes.
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The R538 between Hazyview and White River is blocked by protesters.
They barricaded the road with trucks and burning tyres.
Motorists are advised to use alternative roads to avoid delays. People travelling from White River to Hazyview and Mbombela are affected.
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The police are currently on the scene to monitor the situation. It is as yet unclear for what cause this protest action was initiated.
This is a developing story. Lowvelder will update its readers once more information becomes available.