Sea Point residents and businesses are bracing for a demonstration by activist group, March and March, on Youth Day.  

This is as the organisation continues its campaign calling for action against undocumented foreign nationals in Cape Town and other parts of the country. 

The group has staged several demonstrations across the city, including recent marches in Bellville and Cape Town’s CBD. Its latest action is set to take place in Sea Point on Tuesday, 16 June, between 09:00 and 15:00. 

According to the Sea Point City Improvement District (CID), the march will begin near Fort Road before proceeding along Beach Road, St John’s Road and Main Road, eventually concluding at the Mandela Glasses on Glengariff Road. 

In a notice issued to residents and businesses, Sea Point CID Chief Operations Officer Heather Tager confirmed that the CID would continue operations and deploy resources along the route for the event. Tager urged locals to prepare for possible disruptions.  

“Residents, businesses, and visitors are advised to take note of the planned activity and anticipate possible traffic disruptions along the route during these times. Businesses are reminded that trading during this period remains at their own discretion, particularly restaurants and establishments operating with outdoor seating and tables on public pavements,” read Tager’s statement.  

Meanwhile, ward councillor Nicola Jowell said she has noted concerns raised by residents.  

At the same time, Jowell stressed that the right to protest is constitutionally protected and explained that gatherings, regardless of the cause, cannot be prohibited because a permit has not been obtained. 

“The right to assemble, protest and express views peacefully is protected by the Constitution, and the law must be applied consistently to all gatherings, regardless of the cause or viewpoint being advanced. Equally, all participants are expected to conduct themselves peacefully and within the bounds of the law,” said Jowell.  

Jowell noted that she has been in touch with the City’s Safety and Security Directorate regarding concerns over possible disruptions, adding that police and city officials are expected to maintain a visible presence throughout the demonstration.

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