While policing operations have been effective thus far, with demonstrations remaining largely peaceful across the country, police have responded to isolated incidents of looting and attempted looting in parts of the country.

The Ministry of Police confirms that the South African Police Service (SAPS) has, since the early hours of this morning, arrested several individuals in connection with incidents of looting and attempted looting as law enforcement continues to monitor marches taking place nationwide today, 30 June.

Police remain on high alert, with heightened deployments in place to ensure public safety, protect businesses and critical infrastructure, and maintain law and order. Members deployed across the country have been instructed to act swiftly and decisively against anyone who engages in criminal activities, including looting, attempted looting, public violence, malicious damage to property, intimidation, or any other unlawful conduct.

In responding to these arrests, the Acting Minister of Police, Mr Firoz Cachalia, urged citizens to exercise their constitutional rights responsibly and to ensure that demonstrations remain peaceful and lawful.