Ekurhuleni metro police salary strike causes traffic chaos as City leaders intervene

Illegal EMPD strike causes major traffic disruptions

Illegal EMPD strike causes major traffic disruptions. A surprise protest by the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) on Wednesday morning, March 19, 2025, caused severe traffic disruptions across the city. Officers used their official vehicles to block key roads, demanding salary adjustments and better working conditions. The City of Ekurhuleni quickly responded, with Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Finance, Jongizizwe Dlab…

Ekurhuleni metro police salary strike causes traffic chaos as City leaders intervene

Following a surprise protest by the members of the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department on Wednesday morning, leading to large traffic disruptions, the City is engaging its aggrieved officers who have warned of potential future protests.

RFA Responds to EMPD Officer Unrest and Calls for Urgent Resolution - Truck and Freight Information Online

In light of the current unrest amongst Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) officers, the Road Freight Association (RFA) expresses its concern regarding the disruption and potential harm caused to citizens and businesses. This media release serves as a direct response to the recent actions that have impacted the daily lives […]

Unlawful EMPD strike triggers massive traffic disruptions – Updates

Illegal EMPD strike causes major traffic disruptions. A surprise protest by the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) on Wednesday morning, March 19, 2025, caused severe traffic disruptions across the city. Officers used their official vehicles to block key roads, demanding salary adjustments and better working conditions. The City of Ekurhuleni quickly responded, with Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Finance, Jongizizwe Dlab…

Some of the metro police officers who brought several highways in the Ekurhuleni metro to a standstill with a protest on Wednesday morning say they know it was wrong, but they were left with no choice.

Ekurhuleni Metro Police return to duty after blocking highways during protest, Mzansi furious

Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) officers have returned to work following their protest which left many highways blocked, infuriating citizens.