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Call for calm amid rumours of a Mahikeng shutdown

Call for calm amid rumours of a Mahikeng shutdown

The North West provincial government has urged residents of Mahikeng and surrounding areas to remain calm and not panic following rumours of a shutdown taking place today, 17 April 2024. 

Protest organisers have vowed to close roads leading to the Mahikeng central business district (CBD) due to the decay and lack of services, according to the SABC.

Meanwhile, the provincial government said no application to march has been made by organisers of the purported shutdown. 

“While the provincial government respects the rights of any person to march and protest about any grievance, it maintains this should be done within the confines of the law.” 

The North West government has since assured residents that measures have been put in place to ensure that the rule of law is enforced and that the safety of residents is prioritised. 

In addition, the provincial government urged public servants to treat today as a normal working day, as security in all state buildings in Mahikeng will be intensified to ensure that government properties and employees are protected. 

“The provincial government has also received assurance from the South African Police Services that no lawlessness will be tolerated, and action will be taken against those who impede on the rights of others, including threats to human life and property damage,” the statement read. – SAnews.gov.za

 

Gabisile
Wed, 04/17/2024 – 09:23

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

The North West provincial government has urged residents of Mahikeng and surrounding areas to remain calm and not panic following rumours of a shutdown taking place today, 17 April 2024. 

Protest organisers have vowed to close roads leading to the Mahikeng central business district (CBD) due to the decay and lack of services, according to the SABC.

Meanwhile, the provincial government said no application to march has been made by organisers of the purported shutdown. 

“While the provincial government respects the rights of any person to march and protest about any grievance, it maintains this should be done within the confines of the law.” 

The North West government has since assured residents that measures have been put in place to ensure that the rule of law is enforced and that the safety of residents is prioritised. 

In addition, the provincial government urged public servants to treat today as a normal working day, as security in all state buildings in Mahikeng will be intensified to ensure that government properties and employees are protected. 

“The provincial government has also received assurance from the South African Police Services that no lawlessness will be tolerated, and action will be taken against those who impede on the rights of others, including threats to human life and property damage,” the statement read. – SAnews.gov.za

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