14 Nov 2022 | 05:54 PM UTC
Morocco: Moroccan education workers to strike and protest nationwide from Nov. 15-17
Unionized education workers plan to strike and protest nationwide in Morocco from Nov. 15-17. Heightened security likely.
Event
Unionized education workers will launch a national strike in Morocco from Nov. 15-17. The labor action will be combined with sit-ins and protests in front of the Ministry of National Education in Rabat and Regional Education directorates across the country Nov. 15. The protesters also plan to march to Parliament in Rabat Nov. 17. Demonstrators are demanding increased wages, better working conditions, and better contracts.
Increased security and localized transport disruption are likely throughout Nov. 15-17. Additional protests are possible for the duration of the labor action. While the demonstrations will likely pass off peacefully, minor clashes between protesters and security personnel remain possible. Police will likely disperse the demonstrators if they are overly disruptive.
Advice
Plan for localized transport disruptions around the Ministry of National Education and Regional Education directorates Nov. 15 and around the Parliament Building Nov. 17. Avoid all protest areas and large gatherings as a precaution. Comply with directives given by authorities.
