Minister in the presidency Mondli Gungubele says 'should there be any risks detected, the government will be the first to inform the public'. File photo.Minister in the presidency Mondli Gungubele has reassured South Africans that they are safe after a reported US alert warning to its citizens living in and travelling to South Africa to stockpile food and emergency supplies.
The alert by the US embassy was announced after President Cyril Ramaphosa declared a national state of disaster on energy last month.“It indicated a level 2 travel advisory was in effect, advising them to exercise increased caution due to crime and civil unrest and to stockpile three days worth of supplies, medicines and first aid supplies.
“Government continuously monitors all areas that impact on our nation. Any concern is acted upon swiftly to ensure the safety of everyone in the country. Should there be any risks detected, the government will be the first to inform the public,” said Gungubele.