01 Mar 2023 | 07:08 PM UTC
Colombia: Activists to hold protests in several cities March 3 to oppose the government's health reform
Activists plan to hold protests in several cities in Colombia March 3 to oppose the government's health reform bill.
Event
Members and supporters of the organization Colombia Patients (Pacientes Colombia) plan to hold protests in several cities March 3 to oppose the government's health reform bill. The confirmed times and locations are as follows:
Barranquilla: March from the Edgar Renteria Stadium to Parque Amira de la Rosa, 16:30
Bucaramanga: Rally at Plazoleta Luis Carlos Galan, 16:00
Cartagena: March from India Catalina to Plaza de la Aduana, 16:30
Sincelejo: March from Parque de los Periodistas to Parque Santander, 17:00
Protests in other locations are possible. Activists have stated additional demonstrations will occur in other cities, including Bogota, on March 9, but details have not been confirmed. Heightened security and associated transport disruptions are likely near the affected areas.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach your destination if operating near the impacted locations March 3.
