07 Aug 2024 | 08:55 AM UTC
South Africa: Protest causing N2 highway closure southeast of Cape Town, Aug. 7
Protest causing N2 highway closure along Sir Lowry's Pass, southeast of Cape Town, South Africa Aug. 7. Plan for disruptions.
A service delivery protest has reportedly led to the closure of the N2 highway at Sir Lowry's Pass, near Grabouw, Western Cape Province, early Aug. 7. Protesters are likely residents of a nearby lower-income area. The precise motive for the protest is unclear. Increased traffic has been reported.
Heightened security is likely in the affected area over the coming hours. Further associated transport disruptions are possible, including along the nearby R321. Clashes between protesters and the police may occur if protesters ignore police orders to disperse or engage in acts of public violence.
Avoid all protests. Do not cross protester blockades; wait for police to clear them. Heed the instructions of local officials. Consider alternative routes to avoid delays; take necessary precautions if traveling to CPT.
