June 30 key hotspots: KZN police prepare for potential unrest in eThekwini and uMgungundlovu

WITH the June 30 deadline for undocumented immigrants approaching, KZN police have identified eThekwini and uMgungundlovu as key hotspots for anticipated marches. March and March protestors seen in the Durban CBD as police monitor the the scene.

WITH the June 30 deadline for undocumented immigrants approaching, KZN police have identified eThekwini and uMgungundlovu as key hotspots for anticipated marches.

Acting Police Commissioner Major General Phumelele Makoba outlined the police's preparations and the importance of maintaining order during these demonstrations, during a media briefing.

“eThekwini district is one of our hotspots. uMgungundlovu is one of our hotspots. And then the rest of our hotspots,” Makoba said.

Reflecting on the recent wave of marches calling for undocumented immigrants to leave the country, Makoba said marches are expected to be heightened on June 30, with fears of instability and chaos.