Gauteng premier David Makhura has condemned the violent protests in Hospital View in Thembisa, Ekurhuleni.
Mayor Tania Campbell was meant to address residents on their service delivery grievances but instead deployed five MMCs to attend the meeting on her behalf.
This angered the community who then mobilised for a “Thembisa shutdown” over service delivery issues.“We acknowledge that residents have the democratic right to express their grievances. However, communities must express their grievances in a responsible and constructive manner. The violent and destructive nature of these protests is unacceptable,” said Makhura.“We would like to send our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased, our thoughts are with them.
“We call on law enforcement agencies to protect lives and property and to bring the perpetrators of this violence and anarchy to book,” said Makhura.
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