A strike by taxi operators has led to heavy traffic congestion in the Stellenbosch CBD.
Taxi operators started protesting against municipal traffic officials for pulling over taxis with outstanding fines and warrants.
Roads affected by the protest action include Dorp, Adam Tas, Merriman, Bird, Plein and Alexander Streets.
@StellMun not sure what’s happening at the bird street and merriman lights but taxis seem to be blocking off the intersection. pic.twitter.com/AS0pBmop6e
— Landy – Ventus (@Landy_GFX) February 11, 2020
According to Municipality spokesperson Stuart Grobbelaar, the strike led to some road closures in parts of the Stellenbosch CBD.
#ProtestAction Reports of violent protests in Stellenbosch. R44 route to the town closed for traffic. Please be careful. Updates to follow @BOSBEER2006 @1SecondLater @News24 @_ArriveAlive @BokRadio @EWNTraffic @netstartraffic @SALTruckers @SAPoliceService @capetraffic pic.twitter.com/v3gu3GMb25
— BOSBEER.COM (@BOSBEER2006) February 11, 2020
“The situation is currently under control but we urge residents and visitors to avoid the area if possible, as traffic flow is being negatively affected,” Grobbelaar said.
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