Morgan Van De Rede12 August 2025 | 12:39
SAPS confirm protest in Kromboom Road, Athlone, has ended
Earlier on Tuesday, more than 100 students blocked the entrance of the College of Cape Town Campus.
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CAPE TOWN - Police have confirmed a protest in Kromboom Road, Athlone, has ended and the crowd has been dispersed.
Earlier on Tuesday, more than 100 students blocked the entrance of the College of Cape Town Campus.
Officers from Athlone were called to the scene.
Police spokesperson Joseph Swartbooi says no arrests have been made.
“No one sustained any injuries, and we confirm that police members did not fire any gunshots in the direction of the disgruntled learners. Athlone Police registered a case of public violence for further investigation.”
EWN is still waiting on a comment from the college.