Tembisa Gripped by Protest Chaos! Roads Blocked, Rubber Bullets Fly!
Tembisa Residents Protest Electricity Tariffs, Roads Blockaded
Tembisa, located on the East Rand, is currently experiencing significant disruptions due to protest action. Residents have taken to the streets to express their anger over newly implemented fixed electricity tariffs by the City of Ekurhuleni, approved for the 2025/2026 financial year.
Reports indicate that major routes in the Tembisa area have been barricaded, including Link Road, Sam Molele Drive, Brian Mazibuko Drive, George Nyanga Drive, RTJ Namane Drive, and Jabu Mdunge Drive. Protesters have used rocks, burning tyres, and even mobile toilets to block traffic, causing severe delays for motorists.
The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) are on the scene, monitoring the situation. There are allegations that police have fired rubber bullets at protesting residents in an attempt to control the crowds.
Traffic Alert: Expect Delays
Motorists are strongly advised to avoid the Tembisa area if possible due to the ongoing road closures and protest activity. Those who must travel through Tembisa should brace themselves for significant traffic delays and plan alternative routes if available.
This is a developing story and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
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