Zimbabwe: Ongoing protest in Chitungwiza, Sept. 16

Event

A protest is ongoing in Chitungwiza, immediately south of Harare, Sept. 16. Participants have reportedly gathered near Chitungwiza central police station to demand the release of 14 members of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) opposition group. Detainees were arrested June 14 following violent protests in the Nyatsime area of Chitungwiza.

The protest action is likely to draw a security force response, which could include road closures, and could result in ground travel and business operation disruptions. Clashes between demonstrators and police are possible, especially in light of the protest being led by the political opposition.

Advice

Avoid the surrounding area. Plan for road travel delays in and near the protest area. Heed instructions from the security forces. If any violence erupts nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a nongovernment building.