Angola: Unionized teachers hold nationwide strike through Jan. 26

Event

Teachers affiliated with the Angolan National Union of Teachers and Workers in Non-University Education (Sinptenu) are holding a nationwide strike through Jan. 26. The strike is to demand better salaries. SINPTENU teachers working in public and public-private establishments are participating. No protests have been announced; however, they are likely. Teachers may gather in Luanda near the Ministry of Education or near government buildings and schools in urban centers elsewhere.

Heightened security is likely near any protests that materialize; clashes are unlikely. Localized disruptions are likely near any protests that materialize.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a precaution. Heed the instructions of the authorities.