Sudan: Security personnel fire tear gas to disperse protesters in central Khartoum, Oct. 18

Event

Security forces have reportedly fired tear gas to disperse protesters during an anti-government demonstration in central Khartoum Oct. 18. According to reports, hundreds of people had gathered near the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs to demand the dissolution of the current transitional government, better living conditions, and the widening of political participation. The protests have reportedly resulted in the closure of roads leading to the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs. A separate but related sit-in protest is continuing outside the presidential palace.

Security forces will likely remain in attendance until the demonstrators disperse. Ground travel delays near the protest site are likely during the gathering. Additional clashes are possible if demonstrators ignore police orders to disperse.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a standard precaution. Plan for ground travel delays in the area. Heed the instructions of the security forces.