20 May 2021 | 10:15 AM UTC
Ghana: Activists to stage solidarity protest in Accra May 22
Civil society groups to march from BlackStar Independence Square to Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra, Ghana May 22; disruptions likely.
Event
Civil society groups called for a protest march in Accra May 22. Participants will gather at Blackstar Independence Square before marching towards Kwame Nkrumah Circle. , to denounce a recent incident in which police allegedly attacked a journalist, Caleb Kudah, following his arrest. Organizers informed security forces but did not provide an exact timing for the gathering. Hundreds of people may attend the event.
Security forces will likely deploy to monitor the protest. Clashes between protesters and the police are possible if demonstrators ignore potential police orders to disperse. Localized road transport disruptions are likely in the vicinity of the protest sites.
Advice
Avoid the planned protest route May 22 due to possible clashes between protesters and police. Allow additional time to reach destinations near affected areas.