Anti-migrant protests have spread to the East Rand, with residents of KwaTsaduza demanding action against illegal immigration following the death of a teenage mental health patient.
Community members allege that foreign nationals were involved in the incident and have expressed frustration over the police investigation, claiming that only one suspect has been arrested so far.
The protests have intensified tensions in the area, with residents accusing authorities of failing to adequately address crime and immigration-related concerns.
Angry demonstrators say they plan to hand over a memorandum of demands to police, calling for stronger action against undocumented migrants and greater transparency in the handling of the case.
Police have not yet released further details regarding the investigation or the circumstances surrounding the teenager’s death.