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With the country due to commemorate Human Rights Day tomorrow, President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africans should recall that the rights they enjoy today are the result of great sacrifices. In his weekly newsletter to the nation, he said the right to protest should not infringe on the rights of others. The President said that South Af... See more … [Read more...] about Ethekwini Municipality assures residents’ safety during shutdown

The North West Provincial Government has assured residents that the rule of law will be enforced to ensure the safety of communities during today’s planned national shutdown.North West Premier Kaobitsa Bushy Maape said law enforcement agencies will be monitoring the situation. “The provincial government recognizes and respects the rights of citizens and political parties to … [Read more...] about North West authorities monitor protests

With the country due to commemorate Human Rights Day tomorrow, President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africans should recall that the rights they enjoy today are the result of great sacrifices.In his weekly newsletter to the nation, he said the right to protest should not infringe on the rights of others. The President said that South Africans should be clear that the right to … [Read more...] about Right to protest should not infringe on the rights of others

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality says it strongly condemns the call for a shutdown in the city and will not tolerate any incitement to commit violence or intimidation of those who do not wish to participate.“The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality will not shutdown during these tough economic times we need to open our economy – not shut it down,” the Mayor’s Office said. “Whilst we … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay rejects calls for a shutdown

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in in the Eastern Cape says various security measures have been put in place to ensure that lawlessness, possible damage to property and looting are prevented.This follows the announcement by the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) that they will be taking to the streets in a planned national shutdown on Monday and have called on all South … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape police vow to protect the public