Metro police on high alert ahead of Durban July

eThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda has assured guests of the safety measures put in place, adding that they won't entertain any threats aimed at disrupting the event. 

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Municipal spokesperson Lindiwe Khuzwayo says traffic control will be monitoring routes in the vicinity of Greyville Racecourse for any suspicious movement or activity.

"Approximately 100 metro police officers will be deployed around the Greyville area. In addition, metro police’s Public Order Policing Unit, which is trained in crowd control, is on high alert to ensure an incident free event.

"The projections for the economic impact on eThekwini from the Durban July Experience are far reaching. 

"The event will attract up to 48 000 attendees, amassing a R65 million direct spend, contributing R130 million to the GDP and creating 1 500 jobs."

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