JOHANNESBURG - This Tuesday, 30 June, marks the date on which several anti-illegal immigration groups will lead protests across the country against undocumented migrants in the country.
While police, including other law enforcement agencies, have undertaken extensive planning to ensure a safe and secure protest, motorists have been cautioned about various routes that will be affected on the day.
Confirmed Pretoria march route
In the City of Tshwane, the Tshwane Metro Police confirmed streets that will be affected by the march, which is set to commence at 10am.
According to the metro police, marchers will gather at Church Square in Pretoria Central and proceed to Sunnyside.
Affected routes include :
- Church Square
- Paul Kruger Street
- Lilian Ngoyi Street
- Madiba Street
- Nelson Mandela Drive
- Kortze Street
- Van Boeschoten Avenue
- Robert Sobukwe Street
- Leyds Street
According to the Tshwane Metro Police, there will be alternative routes available.
- Nana Sita Street
- Visagie Street
- Justice Mahomed Street
- Jeff Masemola Street
- Johannes Ramokhoase Street
- Struben Street
- Bloed Street
- Kgosi Mampuru Street
- Eskia Mphahele Drive
Confirmed Johannesburg march route
Much like Tshwane, those traveling through and in Johannesburg have been urged to place ahead by the Johannesburg Metro Police Department.
According to JMPD, at least three legally approved marches have been scheduled to take place across key areas in the city, mainly the inner city of Johannesburg, Hillbrow and Midrand (Glen Autin).
The largest procession in the inner city is expected to draw approximately 5000 marchers who will begin the protest at 10 am until the afternoon and is expected.
JMPD said protestors in the inner city will focus on inner-city safety, youth development and access to community services.
Hilbrow march is expected to attract just over 100 participants, while Midrand is expected to to have 800 demonstrators
Affected routes
- Beyers Naudé Square
- Constitution Hill
- Helen Joseph Street
- Troye Street
- Twist Street
- Kotze Street
- Queen Plein
- Dale Road
- Modderfontein Road
- Sandton Plant Hire Offices
On Monday, Gauteng Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni launched the anti-illegal immigration operation in readiness for 30 June.
The lanched according to the police, was to demonstrate a joint support of air forces that have collaborated with SAPS and other law enforcement agencies to show operational readiness ahead of tomorrow's march against illegal immigrants.
According to Gauteng police, choppers will be eyes from the sky, monitoring hotspots to ensure wider coverage.