The protests have resulted in looting, burning down of businesses and destruction of property according toNews24.
Economic Freedom Fighter leader Julius Malema criticised the government’s response to the violence.
He added that leaders should be speaking to protestors.
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His tweet read:
In another tweet on Monday, Malema condemned the deployment of SANF officers.
Malema emphasised that a political solution was needed to solve the current unrest and not soldiers.
The protestors demanding the release of former presidentJacob Zumahave taken to the streets of KwaZulu-Natal.
Prominent South African politicians have shared their thoughts on the violent protest taking place in the country in a series of tweets. Images: Jaco Marais, Mujahis Safodien & Michele SpatariSource: Getty Images
The M2 was closed in both directions on Sunday as the protest action continued to spread.
The Johannesburg Metro Police Department spokesperson Wayne Minnaar reported that the protestors had blockaded the road with burning tyres.
Several people have already been arrested during the violent protests.
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Source: Briefly News
Lebogang Mashego (Current Affairs HOD)Lebogang Mashego runs the Current Affairs desk.
She joined the Briefly News team in 2021.
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