24 May 2024 | 07:53 AM UTC
South Africa: Protesters blocking several roads across Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Province, including the N3 highway in both directions, the morning of May 24
Roadblocks ongoing across various routes in Durban, South Africa, including the N3 highway, morning May 24. Plan alternative routes.
Reports indicate that taxi drivers are blocking several roads across Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Province, the morning of May 24. Affected areas include the N3 highway in both directions near Pavilion, Greyville, and the Umgeni Road area. Sources suggest that taxi drivers have parked their vehicles across the lanes, bringing traffic to a standstill. Protesters have also reportedly set objects alight.
Heightened security is likely in affected areas over the coming hours. Localized transport and business disruptions are probable. Opportunistic looters may target stationary vehicles, including both private and cargo transport vehicles. Clashes between taxi drivers, road users, and police are possible if participants ignore police orders to disperse or engage in acts of public violence.
Avoid all related protests due to possible clashes. Consider avoiding traveling along affected routes until the situation stabilizes. Reconfirm the status of roads before departure. Do not drive through roadblocks until officials have cleared them. Heed the instructions of authorities.
