Burkina Faso: Activists to march from Place de la Nation toward European Union office building in Ouagadougou Aug. 14

Event

Activists will march from Place de la Nation (also known as Place de la Revolution) toward the European Union office building in Ouagadougou from 08:00 Aug. 14. The action is in support of the transitional government. The rally is likely to be well attended.

Heightened security measures, including road closures, are likely in the affected area. Although the event is unlikely to result in significant violence, any attempt by authorities to forcibly disperse participants may lead to skirmishes, posing an incidental risk to bystanders.

Advice

Avoid the rally as a precaution and to minimize travel delays. Heed all official directives. Allow additional time for journeys in the affected area. Leave a location at the first sign of unrest.