07 Sep 2023 | 02:05 PM UTC
Angola: Student organization to protest in Luanda Sept. 9
Student organization to protest against poor state of public universities in Luanda, Angola, 10:00 Sept. 9. Possible localized disruptions.
Event
The Angola Student Movement (MEA) plan to protest in Luanda Sept. 9 against alleged corrupt university admission processes and poor studying conditions. They are demanding additional admissions to public universities, amongst other issues. The march is set to begin at the Largo das Escolas Plaza from 10:00 and end in front of the Ministry of Education around 13:00.
Heightened security and localized traffic disruptions are likely along the protest route, especially near the Ministry of Education. Clashes may occur if protesters are overly disruptive or are forcibly dispersed by police.
Advice
Avoid the protests. Plan for localized disruptions near the protest route. Abide by all official directives. If violence occurs, leave the area immediately and take refuge in a nearby non-governmental building.
