Tunisia: Teachers to protest outside Ministry of Education in Tunis Aug. 18

Event

Contract teachers plan to protest outside the Ministry of Education in Tunis Aug. 18 to demand improved working conditions and better job security. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor the event. Localized transport disruptions are possible near the Ministry of Education Aug. 18. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.

Advice

Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected area Aug. 18.