Picture: The group of individuals burning tyres
By OBAKENG MAJE
North West MEC for Public Works and Roads, Oageng Molapisi condemns with the strongest possible terms the ongoing violent protest at the Department’s Head Office in Mahikeng. This comes after a group of individuals embark on protest action following the announcement to kick-start the Routine Roads Maintenance project.
Molapisi further said the protesters are causing havoc by burning tyres in front of the main entrance and alternative gates. He added that, this prohibits officials’ access to the premises and also affects day-to-day work and service delivery.
“The ongoing protest is a result of misinformation spread by individuals, who are hell-bent on discrediting the department and its leadership. The department recently issued a statement announcing the resumption of Routine Road Maintenance project after delays caused by administrative-related issues.
“It must be indicated that, the department held a meeting with the same group of protesters to clarify issues around the project. It is mysterious that protesters have decided to embark on a protest action before the date of a follow-up meeting is set,” said Molapisi.
He said the communities should be rest assured that, they will stop at nothing to deliver the mandate. Molapisi said no amount of threats, or illegal and disruptive action will stop them from creating employment for the communities.
“Security measures to ensure the safety of employees and premises have been put in place. The law enforcement authorities have been deployed at Departments’ Head Offices to maintain calm and stability,” he said.
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