Bolivia: Protesters cause transport disruptions in El Alto on July 4

Event

Protesters are causing significant traffic disruptions across El Alto on July 4; they are issuing several demands to Mayor Eva Copa. Participants are blocking several roads in southern El Alto with burning debris, including Avenida Ladislao Cabrera. Clashes have been reported near Viacha and Oruro, and several bus services between La Paz and El Alto have been canceled.

Other likely gathering points include the Heroes de Octubre recreation center on Avenida Juan Pablo II, Cruce Viacha on Avenida 6 de Marzo, and El Alto City Hall, also known as the Jach'a Uta, on Avenida Costanera. Significant transport disruptions throughout the city are likely on July 4, including along the main roads leading to El Alto International Airport (LPB). Further clashes between demonstrators and police cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations near protest areas and consider alternative driving routes to circumvent disruptions until the announced demonstration ends and the participants have dispersed.