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Demonstration Alert: U.S. Consulate General Durban, South Africa – October 26, 2023
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October 25, 2023

Location: Durban, South Africa

Event: A large scale demonstration is expected to take place in the Durban central business district on Thursday, October 26, 2023. The protest is expected to commence at King Dinuzulu Park and end at the U.S. Consulate General in Durban.

The Consulate reminds all U.S. citizens to:

  • Avoid demonstrations and use vigilance during your movements around the country. Even events intended to be peaceful can become violent.
  • Maintain caution in areas frequented by foreigners.
  • Monitor news and Alerts.

Assistance:

U.S. Consulate General Durban
303 Dr. Pixley KaSeme Street
31st Floor
Delta Towers
Durban
4001

ACSDurban@state.gov

Phone: 012-431-4000 / 031-305-7600 (from the U.S.: +27 12-431-4000 / +27 31-305-7600

After-hours emergencies: 079-111-1445 (from the U.S.: +27 79-111-1445)

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