Paraguay: Protesters gathering on Avenida Jose Gervasio Artigas in Asuncion, May 8

Indigenous groups are protesting on Avenida Jose Gervasio Artigas in Asuncion May 8, sporadically causing transport disruptions by blocking the thoroughfare between Calle Teniente Francisco Cusmanich and Avenida Peru. The protesters are demanding greater attention from the government agency tasked with handling indigenous affairs.

Continued sporadic roadblocks are likely through May 8. Police have deployed to the protest areas, and although the protests have been mostly peaceful, clashes between protesters and authorities are possible, especially if police attempt to forcibly disperse the demonstrators and reopen the avenue.