23 May 2022 | 12:26 PM UTC
DRC: Students' protest ongoing at the University of Kinshasa in Kinshasa May 23
Students' protest ongoing in front of the University of Kinshasa in Kinshasa, DRC, May 23. Heightened security likely. Avoid demonstrations.
Event
Students are protesting in front of the University of Kinshasa (UNIKIN) in Kinshasa May 23. Protesters denounce rising academic fees. Clashes between demonstrators and security forces were reported with police using tear gas to disperse the crowd, reportedly injuring several students. Students reportedly retaliated by throwing stones at security forces.
Increased security is likely near UNIKIN May 23. Localized road and public transportation disruptions are likely near the protest location. Further clashes are possible between demonstrators and security forces.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations as a standard precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the protest venues. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately, and take shelter in a secure, nongovernmental building.
