NatJoints condemns fake news on possible terror attack in Sandton

JOHANNESBURG - The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure has condemned the spreading of fake news regarding an imminent terror attack in South Africa.

On Wednesday, the US embassy issued an alert for a possible terror attack in Sandton, Johannesburg this weekend.

READ: US Embassy Notice | Govt to inform citizens of any threats

However, NatJoints, which comprises various government departments, and is led by State Security Agency, SAPS, and the SANDF, has poured cold water on these alerts.

Officials say this weekend’s events call for heightened police visibility, roadblocks, and search-and-seizure operations.