Africa: Gatherings related to Israeli Palestine conflict likely regionwide through late October /update 1

Event

Gatherings in response to the escalating conflict between Israel and Gaza-based armed groups are likely across Africa through late October. Hamas launched an assault on Israeli positions Oct. 7, prompting retaliatory attacks by Israel. Related protests have been reported in Nouachott (Mauritania), and Abuja (Nigeria), among other possible affected locations, while others are planned in various cities in South Africa.

Gatherings are most likely in capitals or other major cities. In these areas, mosques, public squares, city centers, Palestinian diplomatic offices, Muslim communities, and Israeli embassies or consulates are likely gathering locations.

Officials in impacted locations will likely deploy security personnel to monitor gatherings. Clashes with security forces or between rival activists are possible. Localized road travel delays are likely near any protest that materializes. Demonstrators could march along roadways.

Advice

Refrain from discussing topics in public related to the situation in Israel and the Palestinian Territories. Avoid all protests. Heed instructions from authorities. Plan for localized road travel delays should protests occur.