01 Jul 2022 | 11:27 AM UTC
South Africa: Anti-illegal immigration protest planned in Pretoria (Tshwane) July 2
Activists plan anti-illegal immigration protest in Pretoria (Tshwane), South Africa, 10:00 July 2; heightened security, disruptions likely.
Event
Civil groups have called for an anti-illegal immigration protest in Pretoria (Tshwane) July 2. Participants will gather beginning 10:00 at Church Square and will later march to the Union Buildings. The action is to voice multiple grievances, notably the alleged employment of foreign nationals over local nationals.
Security forces will likely deploy to monitor the protest. Associated transport disruptions are possible in the vicinity of the protest. Clashes cannot be discounted.
Advice
Heed instructions of local officials. Exercise caution near the impact site. Plan for possible localized ground transport disruptions.
