Mali: Activists plan demonstration in Bamako, Aug. 13

Event

Activists have planned to stage a demonstration in Bamako Aug. 13. Participants are scheduled to gather from 14:00 at Bourse du Travail. The action is in support of prolonging the Malian transition government that is scheduled to end in February 2022.

An increased security presence is likely in the impact area Aug. 14. The demonstration is likely to pass without major incident; however, clashes between security forces and demonstrators are possible. Transport disruptions are likely in the vicinity of the gathering.

Advice

Avoid the affected area as a precaution. Keep away from areas with a heavy security presence. Use alternative routes to avoid all related events; allow additional time to reach destinations near Bourse du Travail.