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21 Jul 2019 | 09:39 AM UTC

Liberia: Nationwide opposition protest postponed July 31

Nationwide opposition protest rescheduled to July 31; heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions expected

Warning

Event

The Council of Patriots association postponed a nationwide protest from Wednesday, July 24, to Wednesday, July 31, due to celebrations planned for the country's Independence Day on Friday, July 26. Participants are gathering to demand meaningful political reform and improved living standards. Organizers have not yet announced locations or times for the protests. However, a heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are possible around protest sites.

Advice

Individuals in Liberia are advised to monitor developments, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.