President Cyril Ramaphosa today met with King Misuzulu kaZwelithini and other traditional leaders at the President’s official residence, Mahlamba Ndlopfu, in Pretoria, as part of government’s efforts to promote peace and stability ahead of the planned protests on Tuesday, 30 June.
The meeting focused on rising concerns over illegal immigration, public safety, and the importance of maintaining law and order. Government has been engaging traditional leaders across the country in an effort to prevent violence and encourage communities to address these concerns peacefully.
President Ramaphosa called on traditional leaders to use their influence to promote unity, reject violence and vigilantism, and support lawful processes in dealing with migration-related challenges.
King Misuzulu has previously appealed for calm, urging South Africans not to attack or target foreign nationals and to allow government institutions to deal with immigration matters through the law.
The Presidency said the engagement forms part of ongoing consultations with kings, queens and traditional leaders as South Africa prepares for the planned demonstrations on Tuesday, 30 June.Government has repeatedly emphasised that while peaceful protest is protected by the Constitution, any acts of violence, intimidation or xenophobic attacks will not be tolerated.
