South Africa: Municipal workers to march in Pretoria over salary increase July 26

Event

Members of the South African Municipal Workers Union (SAMWU) plan to protest in Pretoria July 26 over salary increases. Workers are reportedly demanding raises of at least 3.5 percent after Pretoria's municipal government announced there would be no salary increases for the current fiscal year, among other issues. Participants plan to gather at the old Putco bus depot in Marabastad from 10:00 and march to Tshwane House to deliver a memorandum of demands. Hundreds of people could participate in the demonstration.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely along the protest route, especially near Pretoria's municipal building. Municipal employee absenteeism could prompt public service delays. Clashes between police and protesters are possible if demonstrators ignore official orders to disperse or engage in acts of public violence.

Advice

Plan accordingly for minor transport disruptions. Heed the instructions of officials. Reconfirm the status of road routes before departure. Reconfirm administrative appointments.