South Africa News

In Pics – Chaos in Joburg

There has been widespread protests in Johannesburg noted today and according to social media, the situation is getting worse and worse.

Chaos In Johannesburg

Pictures and videos shared on Twitter from Turfontein show car tires burning, people looting and much more. Watch Video below thanks to Twitter Updates from Yusuf Abramjee.

In More News – 31 arrested for looting in Malvern, Jeppestown

Gauteng police have arrested 31 suspects in Jeppestown and Malvern following the looting of shops on Sunday. Police spokesperson Captain Mavela Masondo said shop owners have been opening cases at police stations.

Malvern, Jeppestown looting

On Sunday, a building caught fire at Jeppestown and three people died. Masondo said the looting began when onlookers looted the shops while police were attending the scene of the fire.

“The situation today [Monday] is under control. There is police visibility in the area. Police will continue with investigations,” Masondo added. read more