Roadblocks, policing between provinces keeping Covid-19 and criminals at bay At least 500 000 people took advantage of the inter-province travel window period and returned to Gauteng by Thursday, said premier David Makhura.
Johannesburg - At least 500 000 people took advantage of the inter-province travel window period and returned to Gauteng by Thursday, as the country’s economy began opening, said premier David Makhura.
“It gave us a sense of how many cases of people who need to be under investigation, or whether are we picking up in terms of numbers,” said Makhura. Members of the SAPS, SANDF and traffic police officials conducted a roadblock to check if those travelling between the two provinces were adhering to the level four regulations.
Magagula Ngqetisi said he was returning to his home in Mpumalanga, following his unsuccessful job search. “Others were in possession of dagga, while others were in possession of alcohol. We also arrested drivers who did not have permits,” said Mahlangu, adding that only about 5 000 people travelled to Mpumalanga between May 1 and May 7.
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