South Africa: Additional women’s rights rallies in Cape Town September 6 /update 2

Event

Women's rights activists are protesting in Cape Town as of Friday, September 6, to denounce gender-based violence. Clashes have been reported between protesters and police officers who attempted to disperse the crowd gathered in the Central Business District.

A heightened security presence along with traffic disruptions are likely in the vicinity of the protest.

Advice

Individuals in Cape Town are advised to anticipate traffic disruptions and avoid all public demonstrations as a precaution.