South Africa: Student protest in Johannesburg April 8

Event

Members of the Congress of South African Students (COSAS) have called for a nationwide school's shutdown on Monday, April 8, to protest violence in schools. A related demonstration is expected to take place on Monday in Johannesburg; protesters are planning to march to the Luthuli House in Johannesburg to deliver a memorandum to the President. Transportation disruptions, and increased security measures are to be anticipated. 

Advice

Individuals present in Johannesburg are advised to avoid all protests due to the risk of violence and to anticipate transportation disruptions in the vicinity of the march.