17 Jul 2024 | 11:06 AM UTC
South Africa: Ongoing opposition protest in central Durban, July 17
Opposition party supporters currently protesting in central Durban, South Africa, July 17, against alleged fraud during recent election.
Supporters of the opposition uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party are currently protesting in central Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Province, July 17. Protesters allege that the recent May 29 elections, resulting in their party receiving 14.6 percent of the votes, were fraudulent. Protesters planned to gather at King Dinuzulu Park at 08:30; reports suggest protesters were marching along West Street in central Durban.
Increased security is likely in the coming hours, especially near governmental buildings such as City Hall. Localized road travel delays are possible in central Durban. Counterprotests from other parties are also possible. Clashes between opposing supporters or between protesters and security services 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 roadblocks. Heed the instructions of local security personnel.
