Guinea-Bissau: National civil servant strike June 26-28

Event

The National Union of Workers of Guinea-Bissau (UNTG) launched a nationwide strike on Tuesday, June 26, which is scheduled to continue through Thursday, June 28. Civil servants are demanding a new salary scale be implemented as well as better working conditions. All administrative offices are likely to remain closed June 27-28, with only minimum services available in hospitals. Related protests and transportation disruptions are possible during the strike.

Context

The UNTG launched a three-day strike June 12-14 to demand increased salaries. Their demands remain unmet.

Advice

Individuals in Guinea-Bissau, particularly in the capital Bissau, are advised to monitor developments in the situation, avoid all demonstrations and protests due to the risk of violence, and adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities.