City of uMhlathuze updates residents on protest readiness ahead of ‘national shutdown’

RESIDENTS of Arboretum gathered in front of the municipal pool late Thursday afternoon to be reassured on the city’s readiness for the planned protest on Monday.

Ward 3 Councillor Henning de Wet spoke on general preparations before handing the platform to Richards Bay station commander Brigadier Mngomezulu, and City of uMhlathuze head of public safety and security Zolile Poswa.

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Given the advance notice of the EFF protest, both assured residents that public safety was paramount and plans were well in place on the part of the city and the SAPS to deal with any eventuality.

Regular strategy planning meetings have been taking place with numerous entities, including CPF structures, port officials, the business sector, and private security companies.
A call was made for the public not to spread alarmist and unsubstantiated social media messages.

Assurance was given that there would be constant communication on the day so residents were kept aware of possible road blockages or other necessary information.

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