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R71 between Polokwane and Mankweng OPEN
The road was closed earlier due to protests in the areas
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POLOKWANE –Â The R71 road between Polokwane and Mankweng is open following protests in the area earlier today.
POLOKWANE – The R71 road is currently closed both directions between Polokwane and Mankweng due to protests in the area.
@TrafficSA @CapricornFMNews R71 road closed on both directions between Polokwane and Mankweng. Land dispute at the heart. pic.twitter.com/Qtv5QYe4ay
— Mash (@mash1895) March 10, 2019
As a result traffic is moving slowly and is heavily backed-up. Authorities are on the scene and motorists are advised to use the alternative R81 or D4040 route if possible.
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