Cape Town’s newly built facility meant for Covid-19 patients in Makhaza, Khayelitsha, was torched, allegedly by people protesting over land on Saturday.
The estimated loss is R1m, according to mayor Dan Plato. The facility had been open for only a week.
“I am truly appalled by this criminal behaviour. The city will do everything to ensure that those responsible are brought to book. I am calling on the police to arrest those responsible so that they face the full might of the law,” he said. “Their callous actions have the potential to put entire communities at risk.” In another incident, protesters torched and looted the Desmond Tutu Community Hall while protesting on Saturday morning.
Ward councillor Danile Khatshwa said: “Because of Covid-19, I and other leaders hold Skype meetings. I will not be able to participate in such meetings because I get the internet at the hall. Residents also won’t be able to report damaged storm water drains and other problems at the hall.”
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