Malawi: Activists to demonstrate in Blantyre, Sept. 22

Event

Activists plan to demonstrate in Blantyre on Sept. 22. The action has been called to denounce alleged selective justice in light of the conviction of a local youth, John Mussa. Demonstrators plan to gather at Nyambadwe Ground from 08:00 before marching from Ndirande to Kamuzu Stadium at 10:00. From there, the group will march towards the Sanjika Palace to present a petition at 10:30. Hundreds of people could participate in the action.

Heightened security is likely near all protest locations. Clashes are possible if demonstrators gather without requisite permission, ignore police orders to disperse or are overly disruptive. Ground travel delays are likely near all protest sites.

Advice

Avoid all protests. Plan for road travel delays. Reconfirm the status of road routes in Blantyre before departure Sept. 22.