South Africa: Protest reported west of the N14 highway near the R511 Diepsloot exit, Lanseria, June 22

Event

Protests reported near the N14 highway west of Diepsloot, June 22. The reason for the protest remains unclear; however, it is likely related to service delivery demands. The N14 was reportedly blocked earlier in the day. Emerging reports indicate that the route has been reopened.

Security forces will likely deploy to monitor the protest. Ground travel delays are likely in the area in the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the impacted area in the coming hours. Reconfirm the status of road routes through the late afternoon. Avoid all protests as a standard precaution.