Guatemala: Anti-corruption march on April 12 in Guatemala City

Event

Anti-corruption activists will hold a protest march in Guatemala City on Thursday, April 12. The demonstration will begin at 08:00 (local time) at Plaza de la Constitución and will proceed to the Corte Suprema de Justicia. An increased security presence is likely in the vicinity of the march, along with associated transportation disruptions. While the march is intended to be peaceful, clashes between security personnel and demonstrators cannot be ruled out.

Context

Similar protests have taken place in recent months and years due to the perceived corruption of high-level officials and inadequate state response to the issue.

Advice

Individuals in Guatemala City are advised to avoid all demonstrations as a precaution and to anticipate localized transportation disruptions.