By Simanga Mkhize.
eMalahleni mayor Connie Nkalintshana has been beaten up and stones hurled at her after she allegedly displayed arrogance at a meeting with the community at Vosman, Emalahleni.
She was trying to address the community over the power supply challenges that have led to protest action in the area.
Nkalitshana could, however, not make her way to the KG Mall Traffic Circle due to the ongoing protests. Protesters instructed her to address them without members of Vosman police being in attendance.
Discussions soon became violent and the protesters proceeded to throw stones at Nkalitshana, MMC Vusi Nhlapo, Superintendent Sibongile Mahlangu, as well as members of the media.
KwaGuqa residents and surrounding areas have been without power for almost a week and resorted to blockading roads. These protests have hindered traffic on the N4 for the past three days.
Disgruntled community members mentioned that they are still not satisfied with the promises made to them by the mayor.
She assured them that a new transformer will be purchased today and most probably be installed by tomorrow.
Nkalitshana also expressed her deepest condolences to the family who lost their son who was shot, allegedly with live ammunition during the protest yesterday. Police are yet to confirm the shooting incident.