15 Mar 2021 | 12:28 PM UTC
South Africa: Protests reported in Pietermaritzburg March 15
Taxi driver protests, blockade reported in Pietermaritzburg CBD, South Africa, March 15. Transport disruptions almost certain.
Event
Protests by taxi drivers have been reported in the Pietermaritzburg Central Business District (CBD) during the early afternoon hours of March 15. Drivers have blockaded routes in the vicinity of Boshoff and Pietermaritz streets. The nature of this incident is currently unclear.
Transport disruptions are almost certain in the vicinity of Boshoff and Pietermaritz streets in the coming hours. Security forces are also likely to respond to the demonstration, and clashes between police and protesters cannot be discounted.
Advice
Check local traffic conditions for disruptions and allow extra time to reach destinations in the protest area March 15. Avoid all associated gatherings and monitor for further updates.
