23 Jul 2019 | 05:49 AM UTC
South Africa: Demonstrations planned in Cape Town July 23, 26
Civil society group calls for one-hour picket outside of the parliament building in Cape Town on July 23 and 26; localized traffic disruptions possible
Event
The Friends of Cuba Society (FOCUS) organization is planning to hold lunchtime pickets outside of the parliament building in Cape Town on Tuesday, July 23, and Friday, July 26. Supporters are being asked to rally in front of parliament on Plein Street from 12:30-13:30 (local time) to demand the removal of US sanctions on Cuba. While the events are expected to remain peaceful, localized traffic disruptions are possible in the area.
Advice
Individuals in Cape Town are advised to keep abreast of the situation and avoid all protests as a precaution.
