South Africa: Striking workers embark on go-slow protests from Johannesburg to Pretoria Jan. 20

Event

Striking employees from the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) have embarked on a go-slow protest from Johannesburg to Pretoria, Jan. 20. Protesters have stated their intent is to deliver a memorandum at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The ongoing protest follows calls for strikes at SABC by the Communications Workers Union (CWU) over retrenchment policies.

Road transport disruptions are almost certain on routes between Johannesburg and Pretoria. Disruptions are likely to increase as protesters approach central Pretoria in the coming hours. Security forces will likely deploy to monitor the demonstration.

Advice

Check local traffic conditions for disruptions and allow extra time to reach destinations in the protest area Jan. 20. Monitor for further updates.