On Tuesday, aggrieved protesters took the streets, closing off the N2 and R102 near Hibberdene on KwaZulu-Natal's South Coast. They used burning tyres and logs to barricade the roads.
Police spokesperson Colonel Thembeka Mbhele told News24 that the protest action was over a water shortage in Umtwalume, within the Umzumbe Municipality area.
"Approximately 1 000 people blocked the N2 and R102," Mbhele said.
Video footage of the protest shows a motorist unable to pass the burning barricades.
No damages or injuries were reported.
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One person was arrested for public violence and possession of a dangerous weapon.
"He will appear in court soon," Mbhele said.
The roads were opened late on Tuesday afternoon, after being shut for several hours.
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