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10 Oct 2019 | 05:16 AM UTC

South Africa: Civil rights group plans protest in Pretoria October 10

A civil rights group is calling for a demonstration in Pretoria on October 10; heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions expected

Warning

Event

A civil rights group has scheduled a protest in Pretoria on Thursday, October 10, in support of Donald Trump and to oppose racism against white people in South Africa. Participants plan to gather at 09:00 (local time) at the American Embassy.

A heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions are expected near the protest site. 

Advice

Individuals in Pretoria are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all political demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate transportation disruptions and a heightened security presence, and refrain from discussing political topics in public or on social media.