19 Jan 2019 | 04:49 PM UTC
Algeria: Teachers to strike, protest nationwide January 21
Teachers to strike and stage nationwide protests January 21; heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions expected
Event
Teachers unions have called for a strike and associated demonstrations nationwide on Monday, January 21. According to local sources, the movement is being organized after negotiations between union officials and government representatives failed in early-January. Demonstrators are expected to stage sit-in protests at schools and education ministry buildings throughout the country beginning at 14:00 (local time). Heightened security measures and localized traffic disruptions are to be anticipated near any demonstrations
Advice
Individuals in Algeria are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all related demonstrations and gatherings as a precaution, anticipate localized transportation disruptions, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.