28 Jan 2020 | 12:53 PM UTC
Senegal: Protest scheduled in Dakar January 31 /update 3
Noo Lank to protest in Dakar against rise of electricity cost January 31; transportation disruptions and heightened security presence likely
Event
Members of the "Noo Lank" civil society group have called for a demonstration in Dakar on Friday, January 31, against the rise of electricity costs in Senegal. Protests will also call for the release of an activist arrested in a related protest on Friday, November 29. The march is expected to take place between Cheikh Anta Diop University and the Medina Post Office.
A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are to be expected near any demonstration site. Clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out.
Advice
Individuals in Dakar are advised to monitor developments of the situation, avoid all demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
