05 Aug 2018 | 10:20 PM UTC
Guinea: Demonstration to take place in Conakry August 9
Demonstration to take place in Conakry on August 9; avoid all protests
Event
Opposition parties and civil society groups have called for a demonstration to take place in Conakry on Thursday, August 9. According to local sources, the demonstration will be held near Tannerie. Anticipate a heightened security presence and associated transportation disruptions in the vicinity of any gatherings. Clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out.
Context
Numerous protests have taken place in Guinea in recent months, mostly over sociopolitical issues.
Advice
All those present in Guinea, particularly in Conakry, are advised to closely monitor developments to the situation and avoid all public gatherings due to the risk of violence, which can flare up with little warning.