21 Feb 2023 | 06:07 PM UTC
South Africa: Ukrainian activist groups to demonstrate in Pretoria and Cape Town Feb. 22, 24
Ukrainian activists plan to protest in Pretoria and Cape Town, South Africa, Feb. 22, 24. Avoid all demonstrations.
Event
Ukrainian activists plan to protest in Pretoria and Cape Town Feb. 22 and 24 to mark the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In Pretoria, activists will gather outside the Russian Embassy from 09.00 to 11:00 Feb. 22; in Cape Town, they will assemble outside the City Hall starting at 16.00 Feb. 24.
A heightened security presence and localized disruptions are likely near the protest venues. Clashes between protesters and police forces are possible should the demonstrations become overly disruptive.
Advice
Avoid the two announced demonstrations as a standard precaution. Heed the instructions of local officials. Reconfirm the status of roads near protest venues before driving.
