Eswatini: Protest ongoing outside UN offices in Mbabane Sept. 10

Event

Pro-democracy demonstrators are gathered outside the UN office in Mbabane as of the morning Sept. 10. The activists have gathered since 9:00 to continue calls for government reforms.

Large crowds and associated security measures could prompt localized movement disruptions, including access restrictions to the embassy. Security forces may move to disperse protesters, especially if the latter become unruly; clashes are possible.

Advice

Avoid the gathering as a standard security precaution. Allow extra time for travel in the affected area.