On October 23, student protests prompted police clashes and use of tear gas near Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar, Senegal.

Incident Details

On October 23, students held an unauthorized protest near the Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar, Senegal.  Participants gathered outside the Lycee Maurice Delafosse building, 3 KM from the university. Police intervened and deployed tear gas to disperse the crowd. At least two individuals were arrested, and further civil unrest in the immediate vicinity  is likely to occur. 

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid any additional demonstrations and expect heightened security around the university in the coming hours.