Police in CapeTown confirmed the arrest of at least 72 people for public violence amid the TaxiXtrike which left 2 people dead. CTTaxiStrike CrimeInSA TheCitizenNews More here ⤵️
“This is a significant increase from the 287,000 pupils and 9,500 staff members who were absent on Friday, and is a devastating loss of teaching and learning time that out children simply cannot afford,” said the department.No school has reported an incident of torching.
“We urge our school communities to report any harassment or intimidation of learners being transported to school, so that we can take the appropriate legal action. We will not tolerate anyone preventing our children from accessing their constitutional right to education,” said the department.Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis said there would be no further discussions with the local Santaco leadership until the violence stops.
“The rule of law is not up for negotiation. We cannot negotiate which portions of the law will apply to some people and not to others. This is not the way we will ever build a successful society in South Africa. The law applies equally to everyone. We will apply the law without fear or favour,” said Hill-Lewis.“We are protecting residents and commuters by opening roads, running buses with escorts, and arresting those perpetrators of violence.
“If Santaco does not choose to end their strike, then we will need to be prepared to stay the course. We are prepared to do so.”In a statement, Santaco said it was aggrieved by the “perception of the public” that its members were lawless.“We call on all members to conduct themselves in a peaceful and lawful manner and ensure that their drivers also adhere to the interim interdict granted on Monday,” it said.
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