Malawi: Protest over high cost of living and unemployment ongoing in Lilongwe Nov. 5

Event

A protest is ongoing in Lilongwe as of the afternoon of Nov. 5. Participants have gathered to protest the high cost of living and high rates of unemployment. The exact location of the protest remains unclear. Security forces are likely deployed to monitor the protest.

Authorities may maintain a heightened security presence Nov. 5 to monitor for additional protests and associated disruptions. Transport disruptions are ongoing; business disruptions are possible. Clashes between protesters and security forces are unlikely but cannot be discounted entirely.

Advice

Avoid all protest as a standard precaution. Plan for ground travel delays in the vicinity of any protest that may occur. Heed instructions of local officials.