Refugees in Durban say they are on alert and fear for their safety ahead of a planned protest on 30 September by the March and March movement. They express concern about potential violence or unrest around the event.
The movement says its focus for the protest is addressing gender-based violence and femicide. It frames the march as advocacy rather than an attack on any group, but refugees say they remain concerned despite that stated agenda. The reports highlight a disconnect between the movement’s stated purpose and the apprehensions of some residents who fear the protest could put them at risk.
