‘South Africans are relying on you’: Deployed officers given marching orders ahead of 30 June protests

In anticipation of potential unrest on June 30, over 13,000 traffic and police officers, alongside numerous private security personnel, have been mobilized nationwide. This deployment underscores the government's concern about possible protests linked to economic grievances and political discontent. The involvement of such a large contingent highlights the severity with which authorities are viewing the potential for civil disturbances, indicating a serious effort to maintain order amidst the socio-economic tensions gripping the nation.