protestSABC News reports that Metrobus commuters protested at Ghandi Square in the Johannesburg CBD on Wednesday morning, reportedly over changes to the bus schedules.  

According to the protestors, the changes were causing them to be late for work.  The situation was said to be tense.  Johannesburg Metro Police (JMPD) spokesperson Wayne Minnaar commented:  “The damage to property I cannot confirm at this stage, but I can confirm a protest at Ghandi Square.”  He added that officers had been sent to bring the situation under control.


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