The M2 and M1 North highways have been reopened to traffic following a mass protest by the City of Johannesburg employees affiliated with the South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU).
Over 10,000 aggrieved members blocked the highways in both directions after talks between union leaders and city officials over R10.3 million in back pay fell flat on Thursday.
The Johannesburg Metro Police Department says despite this positive development, the M1 South remains closed due to rubble that was left behind.
“Traffic remains heavy in the area, and motorists are urged to avoid the M1 South and use alternative routes while officials work to clear the debris from the highway,” said spokesperson Xolani Fihla.
He said officials hope to reopen the M1 South before peak hour traffic begins.
-EWN
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