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UPDATE: Shakas Head councillor’s house and car set alight

Protestors continue to run riot through the township outside Ballito.

February 22, 2016
Lesley Naude 1 minute read
Ward four Councillor Jetro Banda speaking at a mass solidarity prayer meeting in tribute to the eight Shaka’s Head residents who were killed over the Easter weekend last year.

The protestors who closed the N2 and R102 this morning with burning tyres and tree branches have set fire to ward four councillor Jetro Banda‘s home and car in the township.

Banda has reportedly been taken to safety.

Umhlali SAPS spokesperson Vinny Pillay said that hundreds of people are continuing to riot through the township, stoning police and attempting to push their way back onto the highway.

“While the N2 has been reopened we ask the public to use alternate routes where possible and to avoid entering Shakas Head as it is not safe,” said Pillay.

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The smoke from burning tyres as protestors closed the N2 at Shakas Head, between Ballito and Salt Rock this morning.

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February 22, 2016
Lesley Naude 1 minute read

Lesley Naudé

Editor Lesley Naudé is a slightly frazzled mom of three (operating on less-than-optimum sleep) who cherishes life’s simple pleasures. She kick-starts her day with a strong cup of coffee, finds peace in ocean swims, and loves unwinding with a glass of red wine and a good book.
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