Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the areas from Kwame Nkrumah Circle to the Arts Center in Accra, Ghana.

Event: Demonstrations expected to take place on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, beginning at 08:30am. The “True Driver’s Association” groups intend to protest the Ghanaian government for the recent increase in the prices of petroleum products. Approximately 100 – 200 demonstrators are expected.

Actions to Take:

• Avoid the areas of the demonstrations.

• Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.

• Monitor local media for updates.

• Keep a low profile.

• Assistance:

          U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana

          +(233) 30-27-41-000

          +(233) 30-27-41-000 (after hours)

          ACSAccra@state.gov

          https://gh.usembassy.gov/

• State Department – Consular Affairs: 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444

• Country Information for Ghana

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By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 6 February, 2018 | Topics: Alert