Violent protests erupt in Melmoth
Police are monitoring the situation in Melmoth, in northern KwaZulu-Natal, after violent protests there on Tuesday morning.
The cause of the demonstration isn't yet clear.
Authorities say the situation on the R66 and R68 remains tense.
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The police's Nqobile Gwala says they're asking motorists to use other routes.
"We can confirm there is a protest this morning in Melmoth where the community members blockaded the R66 and R68 roads.
"They are also blockading with burning tyres and tree branches. The road is still closed."
