Two trucks torched on N1 near Stellenbosch as EFF calls for calm TruckDriverStrike truckers truckstrike
Two trucks have been set alight on the N1 near Stellenbosch on the same day as hoards of truckers downed tools demanding that government and the private sector prioritise locals over foreign nationals.
A large number of protesting truckers claimed government was deliberately sidelining them, leaving most locals unemployed at the expense of foreign nationals. While protesting truckers were furious, calling governments plans delusional, operating truckers were unfortunately in a state of panic as some operating trucks were subjected to attacks. Operating truck drivers were left fearing for their lives as in one instance, a truck driver’s keys and wallet were taken by rouge protesting truckers.
On Wednesday morning, footage of two trucks set alight circulated on social media, showing horrific scenes of torched skeleton trucks parked on the N1.Both tracks are reported to be from logistic company Lieben.Parts of the N1 has been closed and motorists are being diverted to alternative routes. Motorists are advised to expect major delays.Two trucks have been set alight on the N1 near Stellenbosch.
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