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S.A embarks on Black Monday protests against Zuma
Calls by activist and union federation leader Zwelinzima Vavi, Sipho Pityana of Save South Africa and Section 27 among others have been gaining momentum since the cabinet reshuffle announcement by President Jacob Zuma.
Mon, 03 Apr 2017 10:25:12 GMT
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- South Africans protest against President Jacob Zuma's recent cabinet reshuffle, with calls by activists and prominent figures urging people to wear black in solidarity.
- The protest in Pretoria, led by figures like Wilensie Marvavi and Sipopijana of Save South Africa, sees a diverse crowd outside national treasury, with green as the prominent color symbolizing support for the movement.
- Various trade unions, political parties, and social groups join the demonstration, seeking Zuma's removal and highlighting a potential meeting with the new finance minister as part of their efforts to address concerns and push for leadership change.
South Africans have taken to the streets in various cities, including Pretoria, to protest against President Jacob Zuma's recent cabinet reshuffle. Calls by activists, union federation leaders, and other prominent figures have been gaining momentum since the announcement, with people urged to wear black in solidarity. The protest in Pretoria, led by figures such as Wilensie Marvavi and Sipopijana of Save South Africa, saw a diverse crowd of protesters from different walks of life gathering outside national treasury. While the day was designated as Black Monday, the most visible color was green, symbolizing support for the Save South Africa movement. Various trade unions, political parties, and social groups joined the protest, united in their call for Zuma's removal. Amidst the crowd, the mention of a potential meeting with the new finance minister, Kugawa, signified the protesters' determination to address their concerns and push for leadership change. The presence of high-profile business individuals was not immediately evident, but plans were in motion to mobilize business leaders to join the ongoing demonstration outside national treasury. The protesters remain steadfast in their mission to have their voices heard and to effect change at the highest levels of government.