A total of 26 people, consisting of 13 males and 13 females, were arrested today (September 15) in Steadville for public violence and damage to property. It was earlier reported that 20 people had been arrested.
The oldest person detained was a 70-year-old woman, and the youngest an 18-year-old male.
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The protesters’ grievances centred around service delivery and also housing.
The situation remains tense, with a strong police presence in the area.
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