Senegal: Public sector workers plan to strike nationwide Sept. 29-20; Oct. 3

Event

Unionized public health and local government administration workers plan to strike across Senegal Sept. 29-30 and Oct. 3. The purpose of the action, which has the support of several major labor organizations, is to push for higher salaries and better working conditions, among other things. Union leaders have said that healthcare workers would provide a minimum level of service and care for emergency cases during the strike. Although organizers have announced no specific plans for such gatherings, workers could also stage protests near government offices and public medical facilities during the work stoppage.

Unless averted, the action will probably prompt disruptions to healthcare and other public services. Authorities will likely deploy increased security near any strike-related demonstrations that may materialize.

Advice

Confirm all appointments with public healthcare facilities and local government offices slated for announced strike dates. Avoid all demonstrations and allow extra time to reach destinations near potential protest sites.