Metrobus drivers are said to have embarked on a strike, leading to a service shut down this morning.
All of Metrobus’ routes are affected this morning and passengers are urged to make alternative transport arrangements.
Please try use taxis or another means of transport^TK https://t.co/XKQyeSoytu
— City of Joburg (@CityofJoburgZA) July 10, 2016
Wayne Minnaar, Joburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson, said metro officers were deployed to monitor the protest in Braamfontein on Friday and that officers are again monitoring the area this morning where protesters are apparently blocking the Metrobus headquarters entrance in Braamfontein.
@Radio702 @EWNTraffic @702JohnRobbie morning, we can confirm that Jo'burg Metrobus drivers on strike again today. Pls share with listeners
— Moving Gauteng (@MovingGauteng) July 11, 2016
Metrobus spokesperson, Esther Dreyer, was unavailable for comment this morning.
This is a developing story and will be updated as soon as new information comes to light.
