South Africa’s State Security Minister insists there is no cause for concern, but up-market shopping centers in Cape Town and Johannesburg,that both Washington and London say are the terrorists’ most likely targets have upped their level of vigilance.

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The British High Commission in Pretoria says its warning yesterday (Monday) updates a travel advisory last month stating that there’s a high threat of terrorsim in South Africa and attacks could be indiscriminate.

US Ambassador to Pretoria Patrick Gaspard says their warning of terror attacks during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan is based on verifiable information.

He’s happy with the level of cooperation he’s receiving from South African authorities to ensure the safety of both local citizens and Americans.

A travel advisory issued by the US last September warning of violent crime and terrorism in South Africa remains in force.

State Security Minister David Mahlobo says South Africa  remains a strong and stable democratic country and there’s no immediate danger posed by the alert.

Acting National Police Commissioner Kgomotso Phahlane  says there’s no cause for concern about possible terror attacks. Police are monitoring intelligence flowing in and out of the country.

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