Morocco: Taxi drivers plan to protest in Beni Mellal Dec. 27

Event

Taxi drivers plan to demonstrate outside the Municipality of Beni Mellal from 09:00 Dec. 27. Protesters are denouncing authorities' decision to revoke the licenses of some taxi drivers. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Municipality of Beni Mellal the morning of Dec. 27. While organizers have not announced any work stoppages, there could be a reduction in taxi availability during the protest. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.

Beni Mellal is approximately 170 km (106 miles) northeast of Marrakesh.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. Plan for reduced taxi availability and consider alternative transport options. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow extra time if traveling through the affected area Dec. 27.