15 Jun 2021 | 06:12 AM UTC
Tunisia: Health sector workers to protest nationwide June 15
Health sector workers plan to protest nationwide in Tunisia from 10:00 June 15. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Health sector workers plan to protest nationwide from 10:00 June 15 to demand higher salaries and improved working conditions. Organizers have announced that the main gathering will be outside the Ministry of Health in Tunis. Associated demonstrations will also likely occur outside regional health departments and hospitals nationwide.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near protest sites the morning of June 15, especially near the Ministry of Health in Tunis. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse. Although organizers have not announced work stoppages, the protests could affect non-emergency health services at government clinics and hospitals nationwide.
Advice
Confirm all appointments at medical facilities June 15. Avoid all protests due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected areas.
