20 Oct 2023 | 10:22 PM UTC
Mauritius: Consumers' group opposing increased fuel prices to stage protest march in Port Louis 14:30-16:30 Oct. 21
Consumers' group protesting rising fuel prices to march in Port Louis, Mauritius, Oct. 21; increased security, transport disruptions likely.
Event
The Consumers' Association of Mauritius (ACIM) has called for a protest march in Port Louis Oct. 21 to denounce increased fuel prices. The demonstration is scheduled to begin at 14:30 on Volcy Pougnet Street, and protest participants will reportedly march via Orleans, Deschartres, Lord Kitchener, John Kennedy, Place d'Armes, Royal, Magon, Khadafi Square, Desforges, Jules Koenig, and Labourdonnais streets before returning to Volcy Pougnet Street. The demonstration will likely conclude at around 16:30. The number of people who will participate in the demonstration was not immediately clear.
Heightened security and transport disruptions are likely along the march route. Isolated clashes between demonstrators and security forces cannot be ruled out.
Advice
Avoid the protest march as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling in Port Louis Oct. 21, and consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the demonstration and any related disruptions. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of a security disturbance. Strictly heed all instructions from authorities.
