24 Oct 2019 | 02:41 PM UTC
Mali: Anti-corruption demonstration scheduled in Bamako October 26
Anti-corruption demonstration to be held in Bamako on October 26; heightened security presence and associated transportation disruptions expected
Event
A demonstration to denounce alleged government corruption is scheduled to take place in Bamako on Saturday, October 26. Participants are expected to gather at the Monument de l'Independence; organizers did not immediately announce a meeting time. As of the afternoon (local time) of Thursday, October 24, the protest has not been sanctioned by local authorities.
A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are expected near the protest site.
Advice
Individuals in Bamako are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.