Grabouw protest waterskloof municipality receives memorandum
Grabouw schooling to resume today
MEC Debbie Schafer has set up plans to help pupils recover lost time due to violent protests.
Bongingkosi Madikizela said he's now positive there won't be any further violent demonstrations by locals.
Five schools were closed because of violent protests over the past few days.
It's been a tense few days with violent clashes sparked by service delivery protests.
Frustrated leaners have called on members of the community to stop the violent protests.
There have been protests in the area for three days straight due to a lack of housing and services.
Rocks have again been placed on several roads in the area, once again disrupting traffic.
The blaze has since been extinguished but violent protests in continue in the area.
Police will continue monitoring Grabouw following violent protests over the past two days.
Debbie Schafer says over 6,000 learners have been affected by the unrest in the area.
Mayor Chris Punt says of the 56,000 people in Grabouw, only 48% pay rates and taxes.
More than 1,000 people marched to the Theewaterskloof Municipality's offices to hand over a memorandum.
Residents have been protesting against a lack of housing and adequate services.
WC Traffic Service says cars are being stoned and protesters have dumped oil across the road.
After a protest march last week, authorities were given seven days to respond.