Tight security in place ahead of SONA
There was a heavy security presence in the Cape Town CBD on Wednesday in preparation for Thursday night's State of the Nation Address.
Security sweeps are underway as police cordon off multiple routes as part of a week-long safety plan.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the SONA at 7 pm in the presence of MPs, dignitaries and other invited guests.
SAPS spokesperson Athlenda Mathe says security in and around Cape Town City Hall will be tight over the next few days.
"The Natjoints structure, which is led by the SAPS, SSA and SANDF, has been meeting regularly in the build-up to the SONA to ensure the plans that are in place will ensure the safety and security of participants, spectators, and communities living near the Cape Town City Hall and businesses operating in this vicinity.
"The operational plan is in place, and all critical role players are ready to execute their various responsibilities as per their mandate. All law enforcement agencies led by the SAPS have mobilised resources to heighten police visibility with the aim of preventing and combatting any form of opportunistic crimes before, during and after the planned address.”
"Residents of Cape Town, spectators and those who are operating businesses in the vicinity of the Cape Town City Hall are also advised about road closures provided by the City of Cape Town Traffic Services ahead of the delivery of the President’s State of the Nation Address."
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