The number of victims of riots in South Africa rises to 212

According to RIA Novosti, 180 people were killed in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, 32 in Gauteng. 1692 and 862 people were detained in the provinces, respectively.

At the same time, the minister noted that the situation is returning to normal.

Earlier it was reported about 117 deaths.

Riots erupted in South Africa after ex-President Jacob Zuma was imprisoned.