Chad: Students protest in N'Djamena Feb. 22

Event

Protests are ongoing at La Liberte High School in N'Djamena, Feb. 22. Participants have gathered to denounce a 72-hour strike called by the Chad Teachers' Union. Police forces have reportedly arrested several students amid the protest.

Security forces will likely maintain a heightened security posture near the high school over the coming hours. Traffic disruptions are likely. Clashes between protesters and security forces are possible.

Advice

Avoid all protests and large public gatherings in the impacted area. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately, and take shelter in a secure, nongovernmental building.