Demonstrations Alert – March in Chad (May 11, 2021)
Demonstrations Alert – March in Chad(May 11, 2021)
Location: N’Djamena, Chad
Event: The Chadian Ministry of Public Security and Immigration approved a march to take place in N’Djamena on Wednesday May 12. The march, organized by Plateforme Vision Nouvelle, is expected to begin at Rond-Point Hamama at 0600 and end at the Palais du 15 Janvier.
Normal traffic may be disrupted during the march.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid areas where demonstrations are taking place.
- Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings and demonstrations
- Seek shelter when gunfire is taking place.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Keep a low profile.
Assistance:
- S. Embassy in N’Djamena, located at Chagoua Round Point.
- Telephone +235 22-51-50-17.
- After-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +235 66-62-21-00 or +235 22-51-50-17.
- NdjamenaACS@state.gov
- State Department – Consular Affairs - 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
- Chad Country Information
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