South Africa: Further disruptions possible following protest along N2 highway in Grabouw near Cape Town, May 26

Event

Further disruptive protests are possible in the Grabouw area of the Western Cape Province near the N2 highway through late May. Some residents in the area protested early May 26, disrupting traffic; security officials temporarily closed a portion of the N2 between Gordon's Bay and Botrivier. Traffic was diverted along the R44 via Kleinmond. The reason for the protests remains unconfirmed; however, the action is likely linked to service delivery demands.

Officials will likely maintain an increased security presence in affected areas in the coming days. Should protests occur, further disruptions to road routes, including the N2, are likely. Clashes between protesting community members and security personnel are possible.

Advice

Monitor local media and liaise with trusted contacts for further updates. Avoid all protests. Exercise caution when traveling on the N2 in the Grabouw area. Heed the instructions of local officials. Do not cross protester roadblocks.