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13 Jun 2022 | 10:27 AM UTC

Ghana: Unrest reported at Islamic Senior High School in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, June 13

Police forcibly disperse students at Islamic Senior High School in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana, June 13. Injuries reported.

Warning

Event

Police forces have forcibly dispersed student protesters at the Islamic Senior High School along the Abrepo Road in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, June 13, injuring up to 30 protesters. Students had gathered to denounce frequent road incidents in the vicinity of the university.

Security services will likely maintain an increased presence in the area in the coming hours. Further related clashes remain possible. Localized transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours as emergency services have been deployed in the area.

Advice

Avoid all protests and plan for localized transport disruptions near the university. Exercise caution in the affected areas due to the potential for further clashes. Heed the directives of the authorities.