Terror in SA warning false - govt

The international relations department has slammed an old UK travel advisory warning British nationals of terrorism in South Africa, saying it is a "classic example of disinformation".

- Faizel Patel

Posts on X have revived the terror warning in South Africa. It was first issued in 2022 and again in April 2024.

It is unclear why the warning has erupted again.

"The advisory on the British government website adds that the main threat is from individuals who may have been inspired by terrorist groups, including Daesh, and who may carry out 'lone actor' attacks.

"Attacks could be indiscriminate and could target public spaces and places visited by foreigners, such as: tourist sites, shopping centres, high-profile events or crowded places."

International relations department spokesperson Chrispin Phiri said the warning is a regurgitation of a 2022 advisory post.