Bolivia: Protesters block several roads in La Paz March 30

Event

Residents of Macrodistrito Cotahuma are protesting throughout La Paz March 30, causing significant overland travel disruptions in the city. The participants are demanding that local authorities improve school infrastructure, among other issues. Demonstrators have blocked Avenida Buenos Aires, Avenida 6 de Agosto, and Aspiazu road. Several other protest locations have been reported across the city, mostly near large public schools and main roads.

Gatherings are also possible outside government buildings and at prominent public squares. Security forces will likely deploy to protest sites. Disruptions to the private and public sectors are possible in the coming hours. Clashes are possible if demonstrators ignore police orders to disperse or are overly disruptive.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a standard precaution. Reconfirm business appointments and the status of road routes before travel March 30. Plan for freight delivery delays. Heed the instructions of security force personnel. Do not attempt to drive through protester roadblocks; wait for the authorities to clear all blockages.