South Africa: Resumption of high profile court case in Randburg, Gauteng Province, March 9

Event

Heightened security is likely for the resumption of a high profile court case involving the leader of the opposition Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, and prominent EFF Member of Parliament (MP), Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, at the Randburg Magistrate's Court in Randburg, Gauteng Province, March 9. The pair are accused of assaulting a senior police official in 2018. A previous court session was held in October 2020.

Heightened security is likely on March 9 and subsequent court days. Police will likely establish cordons in the vicinity of the court and may close some nearby roads. Supporters of Malema and Ndlozi may gather at the site during the court proceedings. Should protests materialize, the potential for low-level confrontations exists.

Advice

Exercise caution near the court complex from March 9. Plan for ground travel disruptions near the site. Avoid all protests as a standard precaution.