Morocco: Contract teachers to launch nationwide strike Nov. 25

Event

Contract teachers have announced a national strike Nov. 25. The purpose of the action is to denounce the arrest of several unionized teachers during a protest in Rabat Nov. 17. Contract teachers have been holding periodic strikes and demonstrations in the past few months, asking for better employment conditions.

Associated protests are possible, particularly near the Ministry of National Education. Protests may also materialize near the Court of Appeal in Rabat, as those who were detained Nov. 17 are expected to appear in front of the Court of Appeal Nov. 25. Authorities will likely enact increased security measures, including deploying personnel, at possible protest sites. While any potential protest will likely pass off peacefully, scuffles between protesters and security personnel remain possible.

Advice

Avoid any potential protest out of an abundance of caution. Heed the advice of security personnel.