25 May 2023 | 03:29 PM UTC
Senegal: Activists and unionized workers plan to stage a protest in Dakar May 26
Unionized workers and activists announced a protest in Sodida, Dakar, Senegal, from 10:00 May 26. Localized disruptions likely.
Event
Activists associated with Front for a Popular and Pan-African Anti-Imperialist Revolution (FRAPP) and unionized members of Excaf Telecom staff under the Syndicate of Information and Communications Professionals of Senegal (SYNPICS) announced plans to hold a demonstration at the Excaf Telecom building in the Sodida neighborhood of Dakar between the hours of 10:00-13:00 May 26. The purpose of the protest is to demand two years of salary arrears, increase social contributions, and denounce alleged arbitrary dismissals. The gathering is expected to pass peacefully. It remains unclear how many participants the event may draw.
Authorities will likely deploy a heightened security presence in the area. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely. Clashes with security forces remain possible if protesters are overly disruptive and obstruct road traffic.
Advice
Avoid the demonstration. Plan for traffic disruptions in the vicinity of the Excaf Telecom building and allow additional time to reach nearby destinations. Leave the area at the first sign of any security disturbance and take shelter in a secure, nongovernmental building. Monitor local media for updated information. Heed all official security and traffic advisories.
