News24 reports that according to Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson Xolani Fihla, the City of Johannesburg reached an amicable resolution with striking police officers after they embarked on wage-related industrial action on Thursday.

Fihla could not divulge details about the agreement, saying the city would issue a statement in due course, but he indicated that the striking employees were affiliated with the SA Municipal Workers’ Union (Samwu) and the Independent Municipal and Allied Trade Union (Imatu). It was reported earlier that officers had blocked the M2 highway in the city centre from 13:00. Fihla said between 100 and 200 officers joined the demonstrations. Asked if the agreement meant there would be no more demonstrations, Fihla responded: "We don't expect any disruptions or disturbances." Samwu Gauteng regional chairperson Ester Mtatyana advised that union representatives had met with acting city manager Bryne Madukathat and the wage agreement would be signed on Friday. However, she denied that Samwu members had been on strike.

• Read the full original of the report in the above regard by Cebelihle Bhengu at News24

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