25 Jul 2022 | 10:02 AM UTC
Liberia: Nationwide anti-government protests planned July 26
Student Unification Party calls for nationwide anti-government protests July 26. Increased security likely.
Event
The Vanguard Student Unification Party (SUP) has called for anti-government nationwide protests July 26. Organizers announced that the so-called "Fix The Country" campaign aims to denounce overall bad governance, including corruption, poverty, insecurity, and the dire state of infrastructure. SUP leaders further instructed participants to avoid all celebrations linked to Liberia Independence Day July 26.
Organizers have not yet announced specific times, protest locations, or march itineraries. Likely gathering locations include main urban centers such as Monrovia. Participants will likely gather near the SUP base located at the University of Liberia.
Heightened security, localized traffic, and business disruptions are likely around all protest sites. Given the anti-government nature of the protest, clashes between demonstrators and security forces are possible.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations and leave at the first sign of a confrontation. Monitor local media for further updates regarding gathering times and locations.
