A second explosion was detonated inside a Woolworths store.
Woolworths has urged vigilance across its stores as it deals with a second explosion in one of its stores, this time in Bloemfontein. The first one occurred in Pretoria at the Menlyn Park store.
In a lengthy statement Woolworths explained what happened and the investigations that are ongoing.
"In the early hours of the morning on both Thursday (28 May) and Friday (29 May), improvised explosive devices were detonated in Woolworths stores. The first occurred in Pretoria, at the Menlyn Park store and the second in Bloemfontein at the Preller Square branch. While the Woolworths Menlyn Park store has reopened, Woolworths Preller Square remains closed while the investigation is underway.
"Most importantly, Woolworths is relieved to share that no one was harmed in either incident. In both instances, the devices were detonated between 01:00 and 02:00, during which the stores were closed. Some staff members have, understandably, been affected by the events and Woolworths is providing all of the necessary support to our teams.
