26 Jul 2017 | 06:41 PM UTC
Haiti: Protest march planned in Port-au-Prince July 28
Civil society groups plan to hold a protest march in Port-au-Prince on July 28; expect localized traffic disruptions
Event
A civil society group is calling for a march against insecurity and corruption in the capital city of Port-au-Prince on Friday, July 28. According to media reports, the demonstration will start in Canapé Vert and end at the Ministry of Justice and Public Security. As of Tuesday, July 25, it is unclear how many people are expected to participate in the protest. Expect localized traffic disruptions and the event is expected to remain peaceful.
Context
Sociopolitical tensions have been high across the country in recent years, due to a long-standing political crisis, high levels of poverty and high costs of living, and the government’s inability to effectively respond to successive crises (including the 2010 earthquake, the subsequent cholera epidemic, and 2016’s devastating Hurricane Matthew). Protests, outbreaks of violence, and roadblocks have become common occurrences.
Advice
Individuals are advised to monitor the situation, to strictly avoid all protests and rallies due to the high likelihood of violence, and to adhere to advice and instructions issued by the local authorities and/or their home governments. Avoid discussing sensitive political topics and to keep abreast of the sociopolitical climate via media reporting.
