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US Embassy Notice | Govt to inform citizens of any threats
This follows a terror alert issued by the US Embassy. The embassy warns of a possible terror attack this weekend in Sandton, Johannesburg.
JOHANNESBURG - The government says it will inform the public if there are any impending threats to citizens' lives.
It follows a terror alert issued by the US Embassy on its website. The embassy warns of a possible terror attack this weekend in Sandton, Johannesburg.
US govt issues alert for a possible terror attack in Sandton
The US says it received information that terrorists may be targeting large public gatherings in the greater Sandton area on Saturday, 29 October.
Beyond the warning, there are no other details.
The annual Gay Pride march is due to take place in the Sandton area this Saturday, but it's unclear if this potential attack would be targeting that event.
The government says security forces continue to monitor the situation.