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19 Jan 2022 | 05:26 AM UTC

Morocco: Workers plan to protest outside Ministry of Education in Rabat Jan. 19

Workers to protest outside Ministry of Education in Rabat, Morocco, Jan. 19. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.

Informational

Event

Employees in the education sector plan to protest outside the Ministry of Education in Rabat from 11:00 Jan. 19 to demand higher salaries and better working conditions. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Ministry of Education through the afternoon of Jan. 19. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly 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 Jan. 19.