The City of Tshwane has declared a state of disaster in two areas following violent storms, it said on Wednesday.

"At its council sitting... the City of Tshwane declared a state of disaster following a severe thunderstorm... causing widespread damage to property and infrastructure," spokesman Selby Bokaba said in a statement.

Thursday's storm caused extensive damage to property in Soshanguve and Mamelodi, affecting about 44,800...read more here: Tshwane declares disaster areas after violent storms