Guinea-Bissau: National civil servant strike June 12-14

Event

The National Union of Workers of Guinea-Bissau (UNTG) has called for a nationwide strike to take place from Tuesday, June 12, through Thursday, June 14. Civil servants are demanding a new salary scale be implemented. Related protests as well as transportation disruptions are possible during the strike.

Context

The UNTG launched a three-day strike May 7-9 to demand increased salaries. Despite an agreement with the government, their demands were not met.

Advice

Individuals in Guinea-Bissau, particularly in the capital Bissau, are advised to monitor developments in the situation, avoid all demonstrations and protests due to the risk of violence, and adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities.