The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) remains on high alert for a possible resurgence of a mass strike by city civil employees.
JMPD estimates that at least 10,000 workers affiliated with the South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU) participated in Thursday’s strike that brought traffic on the M1 and M2 to a complete standstill.
The workers are demanding back payments amounting to R10.3 million dating back to 2016.
JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla said that while they managed to defuse Thursday’s action, officers would remain vigilant in case the protest resumes.
“An agreement was reached for them to disperse, though they have indicated that they will return. Currently, both the M2 and M1 North highways have been reopened.”
-EWN
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