Update: 7:28 p.m. The movement has secured the release of the arrested comrades from Ngiba's police station on R500 bail each. They were assaulted in police custody by Officer Phahla.

Update: 1:46 p.m. Six comrades have been arrested on the road blockade. Around 40 shacks were demolished (Update: The police have held three comrades at the station)

5 September 2013
Abahlali baseMjondolo Pres statement

We Are Under Attack in Cato Crest!

eThekwini Municipality violates Court Order

Despite both an undertaking and an Order of Court issued by Durban High Court

The eThekwini Municipality is demolishing Cato Crest shacks right now.
Comrades are under attack in their own homes.

They have told the residents that they are the ruling party and nobody and
nothing will stop them from ruling the city in the manner they want to.

People are have taken to the streets in protest. The tyres are burning and
Bellair Road has been closed. Comrades are also under attack on the road
blockade but the blockade is holding so far.

We request the media to rush to Cato Crest now.

Contact:

Ndabo Mzimela 072 4015974
Lindiwe 072 7493696