29 Aug 2024 | 01:47 PM UTC
South Africa: Healthcare workers protesting in eMalahleni (Witbank), Mpumalanga Province, Aug. 29
Unionized healthcare workers protesting in central eMalahleni (Witbank), Mpumalanga, South Africa, Aug. 29. Transport disruptions likely.
Unionized healthcare workers of the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) and the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA) are currently protesting in central eMalahleni (Witbank), Mpumalanga Province, Aug. 29. They are demanding improved levels of security at healthcare facilities after an increase in levels of crime. Protesters plan to march to the Piet Koornhof Building. Several dozen workers could participate in the protest.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the protest location. Clashes between police and protesters, while unlikely, remain possible.
Avoid the protest area as a precaution. Prepare for localized transport disruptions and use alternative routes. Seek refuge at the first sign of violence. Heed instructions from authorities.
