City of Joburg vows to keep residents secure amid terror advisories
The City of Johannesburg says it has upped police presence in the Sandton area following the alert issued by the United States Embassy in South Africa.
The Embassy has warned of a potential terrorist attack in Joburg, in particular the Sandton area, over the weekend.
Johannesburg Mayor Mpho Phalatse says she has been in contact with US Consul-General in Johannesburg Vincent Spera, who informed her of their detection of a potential attack.
Phalatse says she spoke to provincial police commissioner Elias Mawela on Thursday.
"In order to ensure that the city is well-informed and prepared for any eventuality, I have spoken with the Gauteng Provincial South African Police Service Commissioner, Lieutenant-General Elias Mawela, requesting that any and all information and intelligence be shared with the city. The proovincial commissioner has assured me that the necessary measures have been put in place and that nothing will be left to chance.
"I have also engaged with the MMC for Public Safety, Cllr David Tembe, and the Acting Chief of the Joburg Metropolitan Police Department Thulani Khanyile, who have advised that visible policing resources have been deployed to the Sandton area. The acting chief was also personally on the ground this morning. I have further requested the City’s Joint Operations Committee to provide a full list of events taking place in Joburg over the coming days, which will be shared with law enforcement authorities and national government.
"The multi-party government has prioritsed safety and security and will avail any resources and support required by the SAPS and national government to ensure the safety of Joburg residents and visitors."
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