Senegal: Health employees to strike nationwide April 21

Event

Several unions representing health sector employees have called for a nationwide strike April 21. The action comes following protests denouncing alleged medical negligence after a pregnant woman died at the Ahmadou Sakhir Mbayin Hospital of Louga. Participants will walk out in solidary with health personnel.

Unless averted, the actions will likely cause disruptions to medical services nationwide. Related protests remain possible in the vicinity of medical facilities and government buildings, notably in Dakar and Louga.

Advice

Monitor local media for updated information. Confirm all medical appointments April 21. Avoid all protests as a precaution.