More calls for the government to declare a state of emergency. The Beer Industry has added its voice to that of Agri SA and the Consumer Goods Council of SA. Earlier, the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry also called for a state of emergency in KwaZulu-Natal.
Violent protests and looting have rocked the province following the imprisonment of former president Jacob Zuma.
Seventy-two people have now died in the unrest and over 1,200 have been arrested.
Some reports indicate that over 600 retail and liquor stores have been damaged resulting in huge losses.
In other news – Ace Magashule backs #FreeJacobZuma campaign
SUSPENDED ANC secretary-general Ace Magashule on Tuesday backed the #FreeJacobZuma campaign but expressed his opposition to the looting and destruction of property.
The former Free State premier said his support for the #FreeJacobZuma campaign was based on his belief that he has not been treated like he has rights as contained in the Bill of Rights. Learn more
Source: eNCA
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