17 Apr 2019 | 02:46 PM UTC
DRC: Protest reported in Bukavu April 17
Protest and associated roadblocks reported in Bukavu (South Kivu province) April 17; heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions likely
Event
A protest has been reported in Bukavu (South Kivu province) on Wednesday, April 17. Protesters have reportedly blocked the N3 highway between Bukavu and Kavumu, near the Kavumu Airport (BKY), amid a march to the provincial assembly building. Participants are rallying to denounce alleged land expropriation by former President Joseph Kabila.
A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions are to be expected around the demonstration.
Advice
Individuals in Bukavu are advised to avoid all protests and political demonstrations due to the risk of violence and arrest, adhere to instructions issued by local authorities and their home governments, and refrain from discussing sensitive political topics in public.
