21 Feb 2020 | 09:40 PM UTC
South Africa: Demonstration planned in Pretoria February 24
Demonstration planned outside US Embassy in Pretoria February 24; heightened security presence expected
Event
According to US diplomatic sources, a demonstration is set to take place outside of the US Embassy in Pretoria on Monday, February 24. Participants will gather outside the embassy from 12:00 to 14:00 (local time) on Monday. Local authorities do not anticipate any road closures in the area as a result of the demonstration.
A heightened security presence is expected in the vicinity of the demonstration.
Advice
Individuals in Pretoria are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all public gatherings and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.