One Chinese citizen injured in South Africa riot

A Chinese citizen was injured in a riot in South Africa on Friday local time, according to ChinaNews citing African Times.

A riot breaks out in the city center of Bloemfontein, the capital city of Free State Province in South Africa, May 19, 2017. [File Photo: huanqiu.com]

The riot broke out in the city center of Bloemfontein, the capital city of Free State Province. Many stores, including KFC and some Chinese shops, were smashed and looted. Vehicles parked nearby were also damaged.

One Chinese citizen was hit by a stone when evacuated from his shop with the help of local police. Many shop owners have closed their stores and moved to a safe area.

Local city workers started the riot as they demanded a salary increase, according to African Times citing a local Chinese society official.

The consulate-general of the People’s Republic of China in Johannesburg has urged Chinese citizens in Free State Province to be cautious, as the riot is yet to be contained.