23 May 2023 | 01:01 PM UTC
South Africa: Student representatives to protest in Cape Town, May 24
Student representatives to protest against university funding reform in Cape Town, South Africa, May 24; possible localized disruptions.
Event
Student representative council (SRC) leaders from Western Cape and Free State province universities have announced they will be protesting in front of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) offices in Cape Town, May 14. They are demanding the payment of scholarships and the retraction of a proposed student aid financing reform amongst other requests. The time of gathering is unclear.
Increased security and localized disruptions are likely near the protest venue, with possible road blockages. Violence is unlikely; however, clashes are possible should protestors refuse to follow orders to disperse or are overly disruptive.
Advice
Avoid all protests. Heed instructions from authorities. Do not drive through roadblocks. If violence occurs near your location, seek refuge in a secure, non-governmental building.
