03 Dec 2020 | 06:21 AM UTC
Morocco: Drivers of grand taxis to protest in Fez Dec. 3
Drivers of grand taxis to protest in Fez from 0900 Dec. 3. Increased security, ground transport disruptions likely
Event
Drivers of grand taxis plan to protest along Avenue Hassan II near Place de la Resistance in Fez, from 0900 Dec. 3, against coronavirus disease (COVID-19) restrictions affecting the sector. Protesters are demanding that the government increases the maximum capacity of grand taxis to four and abolish taxes for this year due to reduced income.
Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the demonstration. Transport disruptions are likely along Avenue Hassan II, particularly if large numbers of protesters turn up. The availability of grand taxis is likely to be reduced for the duration of the protest.
Advice
Advice Plan for reduced grand taxi availability and consider alternative transport options. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow extra time if traveling through the affected area Dec. 3.
