Mauritius: US Embassy issues demonstration alert for Port Louis Oct. 29

Event

The US Embassy in Port Louis issued a security alert Oct. 28, warning of a demonstration in the city Oct. 29. The purpose of the action is to demand justice for the killing of a local politician. Organizers plan protests at Place d'Armes, near Rogers House, from 14:00.

Security personnel will likely monitor the protests and may try to disperse the gatherings if they are especially disruptive. Clashes between protesters and police cannot be ruled out. The protests and resultant security responses may cause localized transport disruptions near protest sites.

Advice

Avoid the demonstration as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations if operating near an impacted area Oct. 29. If violence erupts nearby, depart the area immediately and seek shelter in a secure nongovernmental building.