Police diffuse looting in Estcourt

Calm Restored In Estcourt After Looting Linked To Migrant Tensions

Calm has been restored in Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal, following unrest and looting that erupted in the town on Friday. Police confirmed that six shops owned by foreign nationals were targeted during the violence before officers intervened to stabilise the situation. No injuries were reported during the incidents. The unrest is believed to be connected to escalating […] The post Calm Restored In Estcourt After Looting Linked To Migrant Tensions appe…

Police diffuse looting in Estcourt

Police diffuse looting in Estcourt Zandile.Khumalo Fri, 05/29/2026 - 15:10 JOHANNESBURG - Police have dispersed looting targeting foreign-owned shops in Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). Authorities said they've restored calm with no injuries reported.A meeting between the mayor, police and shop owners has been organised to address tensions and seek a lasting solution.READ | Malema calls for African unity amid rising anti-immigration protests…