10 Oct 2024 | 03:40 PM UTC
Colombia: Students gathering for march in Medellin Oct. 10
Students gathering at Parque de los Deseos to march to Jaime Isaza Cadavid Polytechnic in Medellin, Colombia, Oct. 10.
Students from several universities plan to march in Medellin on Oct. 10. Demonstrators have gathered at Parque de los Deseos (also known as Parque de la Resistencia) from 10:00 before marching to the Jaime Isaza Cadavid Polytechnic. Students are demanding additional funding for public education. Participation numbers remain unclear.
The march will likely prompt heightened security and localized transport and business disruptions near the affected area. The gathering will likely remain peaceful, but skirmishes cannot be ruled out.
Avoid all protest gatherings as a precaution. Seek alternative routes and allow additional time to reach your destination if operating near demonstration areas. Heed instructions from authorities.
