29 Nov 2017 | 03:08 AM UTC
Ghana: Increased security in Accra during Macron visit Nov. 30
French President Macron to arrive in Accra for official visit November 30; anticipate increased security measures and traffic disruptions
Event
French President Emmanuel Macron will arrive in the capital Accra for an official one-day visit on Thursday, November 30. The president is set to visit several start-ups in the capital, as well as the popular district of Jamestown. Increased security measures and traffic disruptions are to be expected in the capital throughout the day.
Context
President Macron is currently on a short African tour from November 27 to November 30, during which he is scheduled to visit Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire in addition to Ghana.
Advice
Individuals in Ghana are advised to anticipate transportation disruptions (including road closures and increased congestion surrounding the visit), to cooperate with local authorities, and to avoid any potential demonstrations due to risk of violence.
