15 Feb 2023 | 12:45 PM UTC
Guinea: Civil society group calls for protest in Conakry Feb. 16
Civil society group calls for protest in Conakry, Guinea, Feb. 16. Avoid all protest activity as a precaution.
Event
The National Front for the Defense of the Constitution (FNDC) civil society coalition has called for a protest in Conakry Feb. 16 to denounce the ongoing transition period, demand the liberation of imprisoned FNDC members, and the immediate lifting of a ban on demonstrations. Participants will gather at 09:00 at the Tannerie Roundabout and march to the People's Palace, via Yimbaya, Ahmed Sekou Toure International Airport (CKY), Gbessia Kondebougni, Bonfi carrier, Kenien, Madina, Donka, and Moussodougou.
Authorities will likely deploy additional security personnel to prevent protests from taking place. Clashes with security forces are possible if demonstrators ignore police orders to disperse. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely near demonstrations.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations as a standard precaution. Keep away from any locations where crowds appear to be forming or security personnel deploying. Leave the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Heed the instructions of local authorities. Plan accordingly for protest-related traffic disruptions.. Reconfirm all business appointments.
