Overview
- The government said reports that Freedom Day celebrations were disrupted in Bloemfontein were wrong.
- GCIS reported that a visibly excited attendee briefly stepped onto the stage near President Cyril Ramaphosa and Minister Gayton McKenzie before security restrained him.
- Officials determined the man posed no security threat or attempt to harm anyone.
- The incident happened after the formal programme ended during a cultural performance at Dr Rantlai Molemela Stadium.
- Acting spokesperson Nomonde Mnukwa said the President continued greeting attendees afterward and urged media and the public to share only verified details.