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Residents of Kokosi and Fochville blocked the N12, protesting a month-long water shortage due to a R1.4 billion debt, demanding water restoration and the mayor's resignation.
Residents of Kokosi and Fochville on Johannesburg’s West Rand blocked the N12 highway on September 23, 2025, with burning tyres to protest a month-long water shortage caused by a R1.4 billion debt owed by Merafong Municipality to Rand Water.
Protesters, many carrying empty containers, demanded immediate water restoration and called for the resignation of Mayor Nozuko Best.
Police responded with tear gas and rubber bullets, sparking condemnation from community leaders.
The Fochville Water Crisis Committee accused authorities of failing to honor a prior agreement with the City of Johannesburg, which had pledged to resolve the issue.
Residents continue to face disruptions to daily life, including school closures and business losses, and vowed to persist until their demands are met.
Los residentes de Kokosi y Fochville bloquearon la N12, protestando por una escasez de agua de un mes de duración debido a una deuda de R1.400 millones, exigiendo la restauración del agua y la renuncia del alcalde.