Malawi: Activists plan anti-government protest in Lilongwe March 4

Event

Activists have scheduled a protest march in Lilongwe March 4. Participants will gather from 08:30 at the Lilongwe Community Center Ground and then march to the Lilongwe District Council, where they will deliver a petition. The action is to denounce alleged corruption in government. A police escort will follow the protest march along the march route, which will notably pass through Kamuzu Procession Road and the Bishop Mackenzie roundabout.

Authorities may maintain a heightened security presence elsewhere March 4 to monitor for additional anti-government protests and associated disruptions. Transport disruptions are highly likely in the vicinity of the protest. Clashes between protesters and security forces are possible.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a standard precaution March 4. Plan for ground travel delays in the vicinity of any protest that may occur. Heed instructions of local officials.