Guinea-Bissau: Health and education unions launch a nationwide strike March 6-10

Event

Guinea-Bissau's Social Front, representing health and education unions, has launched a nationwide strike March 6-10. The action has been launched to demand better working conditions and the payment of salary arrears.

Disruptions to health and education services are likely for the duration of the strike action. Related protests are possible during the strike period. Protests, should they occur, are likely in urban centers, including Bissau. In towns and cities, protests are likely near government buildings. Security forces will almost certainly deploy to and attempt to disperse any gatherings that occur. Clashes are possible at all related events. Protests and security force deployments will likely result in localized ground travel disruptions.

Advice

Reconfirm all health appointments. Prepare for disruptions to education services. Avoid all protests. Heed the instructions of officials.