NATIONAL NEWS - Traffic is at a standstill on various intersections on the N11 near Newcastle after protesters barricaded the road earlier on Monday morning, reports Newcastle Advertiser.
A portion of the N11 has been blocked off by Newcastle SAPS and the traffic department at about 7am because of protest action that began in the early hours.
Officials on site have been hard at work clearing up the road and controlling the unruly crowd.
The road between the Utrecht and ArcelorMittal off ramps will remain closed for the next few hours to ensure the safety of road users.
