DEMONSTRATION ALERT: U.S. Embassy Luanda, Angola (November 11, 2020)

DEMONSTRATION ALERT: U.S. Embassy Luanda, Angola (November 11, 2020)

Location: Estrada de Catete, between the Cemetery of Santa Ana and Largo de Independencia.

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 against the high cost of living in Angola, unemployment, and in support of municipal elections. Current estimates suggest at least 2000 people. The rally is planned and promoted by the same organizations that planned the protest on October 24, 2020, when there were interactions between the police and the protesters that included tear gas, reports of violence, and arrests. There are other protests planned in Lubango, Huambo and Benguela.

Actions to Take:

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Avoid the areas of the demonstrations.
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Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.

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Monitor local media for updates.
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Keep a low profile.
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Assistance:

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U.S. Embassy Luanda, Angola
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(244) 222-641-000
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(244) 923-404-209 (after hours)
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ConsularLuanda@state.gov
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State Department – Consular Affairs, +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444

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Angola Country Information
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By U.S. Embassy in Luanda | 11 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert