Cote d'Ivoire: Protest near Felix Houphouet-Boigny University, Abidjan, Dec. 6

Event

The US Travel State Department's Bureau of Consular Affairs issued a statement Dec. 6 reporting ongoing clashes between security forces and protesters near the Felix Houphouet-Boigny University in Abidjan. Student protesters armed with improvised weapons have gathered near the university between Francois Mitterand Boulevard and the Grandes Ecoles Avenue. The reason for the protest is unclear.

A heightened security presence is likely in the coming hours. Localized transport disruptions are likely near all protest sites; further clashes are possible.

Advice

Avoid all demonstrations as a precaution. Reconfirm all public transportation services and business appointments in the impacted location.