Guinea: Miners strike ongoing in Boke Prefecture as of May 28

Event

Workers at the Compagnie des Bauxites de Dian Dian bauxite mine in Boke Prefecture initiated a strike May 26 over a working conditions and pay dispute. A Russian company, Rusal, operates the mine. The strike is ongoing as of May 28; it is not clear when workers will return to work. Related protests by miners are likely during the strike action. These could occur at the mining site or Rusal offices in Boke Prefecture.

Officials may deploy security personnel to any protests that occur. Clashes between protesters and security officials are possible if protesters are overly disruptive or if they engage in acts of public violence.

Advice

Avoid any related protests. Heed the directives of local officials.