President Ramaphosa met protest leaders while police were deployed in Durban and Johannesburg to maintain peace.
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Updated Sep 10
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What happened
President Ramaphosa met protest leaders while police were deployed in Durban and Johannesburg to maintain peace.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Police manage unrest at Home Affairs offices while corruption trials and mayoral debates take place in Durban and Johannesburg.Sub-event
Xaba deployed to Berea amid protests organized at Che Guevara Street in Durban.1 source
- Ramaphosa assumes the SADC chair in Durban while separate incidents involving the DA campaign in Johannesburg and a security incident in Boksburg unfold.Sub-event
- Political forces gathered in Johannesburg on July 8th, adding to the unrest already underway in the city.Sub-event
Threats occurred during the marches in Durban, prompting security discussions with Ramaphosa.1 source
President Ramaphosa met protest leaders as police were deployed in Durban and Johannesburg.1 source
Protests in Durban caused transport uncertainty and drew large crowds.1 source
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The entities involved
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Cyril Ramaphosa
President of South Africa since 2018
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South Africa
country in southern Africa
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Durban
city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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