The South African government has been put on high alert after intelligence suggested a potential threat of an attempt to overthrow the government.
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni revealed this in Parliament, stating that the security cluster is actively monitoring the situation and has implemented preventative measures.
“We’ve identified a potential risk of a coup d’état,” Ntshavheni said, assuring that plans and systems are in place to counter this and keep South Africans safe.
The government has emphasized its commitment to stability despite the current volatile political climate and urged citizens to remain calm and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
With security agencies on high alert, the government is working to strengthen its security measures and prevent potential threats to the country’s stability.