26 Mar 2022 | 12:24 AM UTC
South Africa: Activists to stage protest march from Pieter Roos Park to Museum Africa in Johannesburg March 26
Activists to march from Pieter Roos Park to Museum Africa in Johannesburg, South Africa, March 26; localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Kopanang Africa Against Xenophobia and other allied activist groups are planning to stage a protest march in Johannesburg March 26. The purpose of the march is to denounce xenophobia. Activists are slated to gather at Pieter Roos Park, on Empire Road in the Parktown area, from 09:00 and then begin marching to Museum Africa from 10:00 via the Hillbrow Police Station, Commissioner Street, and the Johannesburg Central Police Station. The protest is scheduled to end by 12:00.
A heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions are likely along the march route. Clashes between protesters and police are possible if the protest is particularly disruptive or demonstrators refuse police orders to disperse.
Advice
Avoid areas along the march route during the scheduled duration of the protest. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent related disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
