21 Jun 2022 | 08:42 AM UTC
Malawi: Activists plan protest in Lilongwe June 21
Civil group plans protest in Lilongwe, Malawi from 13:00 June 21; heightened security and transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists from the University of Malawi-UNIMA Child Rights Clinic plan to hold a protest June 21. Participants will gather form 13:00 at the Bingu International Conference Center. They will later march to the Chinese Embassy and the Capital Hill's Ministry of Gender and Foreign Affairs. The action is to oppose the alleged exploitation of Malawian children by Chinese businesses; dozens to hundreds may participate.
Heightened security is likely where protesters gather and along marching routes. Ground travel delays are also likely. Clashes between demonstrators and police are possible if participants ignore police orders to disperse or are overly disruptive.
Advice
Avoid the protest as a standard precaution. Exercise caution near the gathering points and plan for ground travel delays.
