Burkina Faso: Protest in Ouagadougou, March 5

Event

The French government issued a statement on March 4 warning of protests by supporters of the pan-African collective at Place de la Nation in Ouagadougou on March 5. Further information is unavailable. The gathering is likely to be anti-French in nature.

Should the protest occur, police will likely deploy to monitor the event. Road travel disruptions may occur near gathering sites. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they march through streets.

Advice

Avoid all large gatherings. Heed the instructions of local officials. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.