National shutdown: Putco forced to halt operations after reports of intimidation
A number of incidents were reported by Putco early on Monday morning, ranging from intimidation to attempts at violence.
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A number of incidents were reported by Putco early on Monday morning, ranging from intimidation to attempts at violence.
On Friday, EFF leader Julius Malema encouraged party supporters to use the bus service to travel to protest assembly points on Monday.
The bus service company announced that after a meeting with government and assurances that measures were put in place to protect staff and passengers during the EFF's nationwide protest, services would continue on Monday.
On Monday, the EFF will embark on a nationwide protest to demonstrate against rolling power cuts and demand that President Cyril Ramaphosa steps down.
The strike ended after employees accepted the latest wage offer tabled by Putco’s management on Tuesday.