TRAFFIC ADVISORY: 3 marches to cause traffic in Midrand and Joburg CBD today and tomorrow

Motorists and commuters are advised to expect significant traffic disruptions on June 29 and June 30 due to three approved marches taking place in Johannesburg.

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has confirmed that the marches will take place simultaneously in the Johannesburg inner city and Hillbrow areas, as well as in Glen Austin in Midrand.

Heavy deployments of law enforcement agencies, including JMPD and SAPS Public Order Policing, will be in place across the affected areas to monitor the marches, manage traffic flow and ensure public safety.

Authorities have warned that major delays are expected between 07:00 and 16:00, particularly along key routes leading through the inner city and surrounding areas.

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JMPD said integrated law enforcement teams will remain on high alert throughout the day and will be deployed before, during and after the marches. This forms part of proactive measures to maintain order and respond swiftly to any additional spontaneous protests, pickets or gatherings that may arise.

Motorists are strongly urged to avoid affected roads where possible and to use alternative routes to prevent delays and congestion.

March 1: March and March procession

Organiser: March and March
Purpose: Inner city safety, youth development and community service access
Expected turnout: 5 000 participants

The march will begin with assembly at Beyers Naudé Square at 08:30, with the procession starting at 10:00. Dispersal is expected at 14:00 at Constitution Hill, where a memorandum will be submitted to the Hillbrow Police Station commander at 13:00.

Authorised parking will be at Peter Roos Park.

Approved route:
The procession will depart from Beyers Naudé Square on Rahima Moosa Street, proceed east along Helen Joseph Street, turn left into Troye Street (becoming Twist Street), continue along Twist Street, turn left into Kotze Street, and then turn right into Queen Street, ending at Constitution Hill.

March 2: Labour and Civic Organisation (LACO) procession

Organiser: Labour and Civic Organisation (LACO)
Purpose: Concerns regarding immigration policies and engagement with the Department of Home Affairs
Expected turnout: 1 200 participants

The gathering point will be the intersection of Kotze Street and Hospital Street in Hillbrow at 08:00, with the march starting at 09:00. Dispersal is expected at 12:00 at the Department of Home Affairs in Plein Street.

Approved route:
The procession will depart Kotze Street and Hospital Street, turn right into Klein Street, left into Smith Street, right into Claim Street, proceed to Mooi Street, turn right into Rahima Moosa Street, then right into Rissik Street, and finally left into Plein Street.

March 3: Mayibuye Youth Activism Movement labour march

Organiser: Mayibuye Youth Activism Movement
Purpose: Submission of a memorandum regarding youth employment opportunities at Midrand Industrial Park
Expected turnout: 800 participants

The march will begin at Dale Road and Modderfontein Road at 09:00, with the procession starting at 10:00. Dispersal is expected at 12:00 at Sandton Plant Hire offices.

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Approved route:
The procession will depart Dale Road and Modderfontein Road, turn left into Dale Road, proceed to Pretoria Main Road, turn left, continue to Allandale Road, turn left into Mastiff Road, and proceed to the final destination.

Safety advisory for motorists:

Motorists are urged to exercise caution and patience throughout the day. Rolling barricades and temporary road closures will be implemented as the processions move through affected areas.

Road users are advised to follow instructions from JMPD officers on the ground and, where possible, avoid travelling through the inner city and Midrand routes during peak march times.

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