Residents in Montshiwa in Mahikeng have taken to the streets demanding an end to Supra Mahumapelo’s tenure as premier of the North West (Supplied)Police say the situation in Mahikeng has improved even as more shops were looted, and two cars were set alight overnight. Spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Sabata Mokgwabone said protesters attempted to set alight a building alight in the North West town, but police were quick to respond. LIVE: Protest chaos in Mahikeng, Ramaphosa to interveneMokgwabone said protesters had also looted several shops, mostly belonging to foreign nationals. BarricadesViolence broke out in Mahikeng on Wednesday night when protesters took to the streets to call for the removal of Premier Supra Mahumapelo. "We call on businesses around Mahikeng to remain closed during protests to avoid being looted and vandalised.

Source: News 24 April 20, 2018 07:52 UTC