02 Sep 2021 | 06:51 AM UTC
Tunisia: Activists plan protest outside Union of Muslim Scholars headquarters in Tunis Sept. 3
Activists plan protest outside Union of Muslim Scholars headquarters in Tunis, Tunisia, Sept. 3. Increased security likely.
Event
Activists plan to protest outside the Union of Muslim Scholars headquarters in Tunis from 16:30 Sept. 3. The demonstrators are calling for equal rights and opportunities for women in the educational system. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.
Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor the event. Localized transport disruptions are possible near the protest site. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.
Advice
Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected area Sept. 3.
