Chad: Unemployed youths protesting in N'Djamena, June 24

Event

Unemployed graduates embarked on a protest in central N'Djamena, June 24. Demonstrators gathered in the vicinity of the Bourse du Travail before security forces intervened on Avenue Charles de Gaulle. Security forces fired tear gas to disperse protesters. Hundreds of demonstrators attended the event. There are no confirmed reports of casualties.

Further gatherings associated with this protest are possible in N'Djamena through evening hours, June 24. Clashes between protesters and security forces are possible if protesters continue to gather. Localized transport disruptions are likely in the vicinity of all gatherings.

Advice

Avoid the area of the march, as well as any large concentrations of police June 24. Allow extra time to reach nearby destinations. Leave the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Strictly heed the instructions of local authorities.