12 Mar 2024 | 09:40 AM UTC
South Africa: Opposition party supporters protesting in central Durban, early March 12
Opposition activists protesting in central Durban, South Africa, early March 12; police make several arrests. Avoid area.
Members of the opposition party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), are protesting in central Durban, early March 12. They planned to deliver a letter of grievances to the mayor over the lack of service delivery. Reports suggest some supporters engaged in civil disobedience, committing minor acts of arson and blocking roads. Several protesters have been arrested.
Authorities will likely continue to monitor the situation in the coming hours. Localized road travel delays are possible in Durban's CBD. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or engage in acts of public violence.
Avoid the protests as a standard precaution. Plan for some road travel delays in central Durban in the coming hours. Do not drive through road blocks. Heed the instructions of local security personnel.
