The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) is satisfied with the security measures that have been put in place for the Thursday’s Opening of Parliament Address (OPA).
“Just like many other major events that have taken place without
disruptions nor incidents in the City of Cape Town this year alone, the
NATJOINTS is confident that the OPA will take place in a safe and secure
environment,” said Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, National SAPS spokesperson.
The NATJOINTS is responsible for coordinating all security
and law enforcement operations throughout the country and is led by the South
African Police Service (SAPS), State Security Agency (SSA) and South African
National Defence Force (SANDF).
Mathe reflected that NATJOINTS has this year alone
successfully policed a number of major events, including the 2024 National and
Provincial Elections (NPE), the first sitting of the National Assembly and
Provincial Legislatures, as well as the Presidential Inauguration, among
others.
‘’Throughout the policing of all these events, stability
prevailed throughout the country and no major incidents and no disruptions were
reported. This as a direct result of the competence and capabilities of the
country’s law enforcement agencies coordinated and led by the NATJOINTS.”
She emphasised that only people who are accredited and
authorised to be around the City Hall will be allowed in and around the venue.
Mathe also warned members of the public against committing
any illegal acts, as law enforcement agencies will not hesitate to act against
anyone who conducts themselves in an unlawful manner.
“Any threats or disruptions will be dealt with decisively
within the ambit of the law. Those who wish to protest, are urged to do so
peacefully and must at all times consider the applicable laws of the country.
To this end, high density operations under Operation Shanela are continuing
through increased roadblocks, vehicle checkpoints, high police visibility on
foot, vehicle, mounted and air patrols will be conducted.”
Mathe said stabilising operations and the deployment of members at crime hotspots to ensure heightened integrated crime prevention operations, are also underway. A notice to all Airmen (NOTAM) has also been issued by the Civil Aviation Authority which restricts the airspace within five nautical miles and twelve thousand feet above sea level to the Cape Town City Hall.
Mathe also advised that the area is a strictly no drone
zone.
“Those who are found to be operating drones in the vicinity
will be in breach of the restriction imposed by the Central Airspace
management. Transgressors will be dealt with.”
Mathe expressed gratitude to the residents of Cape Town for
their warm reception and cooperation, and requested the continued cooperation
of all dignitaries, including the attendees and participants attending the 2024
OPA.
“The NATJOINTS
co-chairs affirm the NATJOINTS state of readiness. Law enforcement agencies are
already on the ground and are ready to deliver a safe and secure event,” Mathe
said.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the OPA at 7pm.
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— SA Police Service πΏπ¦ (@SAPoliceService) July 18, 2024
Done By: Sihle Jezile & Mitchum George
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