Advisories

Anti-government protesters will gather in Lima, Peru, on September 28 at 5:00 PM; clashes with police are possible.

Peruvian transport workers, civil society organizations, and Gen Z civilians organized the protest to oppose government corruption as well as the country’s pension reform plan. Protesters will gather in front of Plaza Jose de San Martín and proceed to march through city streets. Similar protests occurred on September 20, 21, and 27, in which over 90 police officers, protesters, and journalists were injured. Police used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse these demonstrations.

Exercise caution in Israel after recent drone strike, car explosion, and expanded IDF operations in Gaza.

Israeli military operations in Gaza have intensified in recent days; raising the general security posture in Israel and increasing the chance of further incidents, demonstrations, or disruptions to transport and services. Houthis wounded 22 people in Southern Israel on September 24 after launching a drone attack. On September 25, a car exploded in Tel Aviv injuring two people. Israeli police have identified it as a criminal incident.

Kenya’s Mpox outbreak continues to grow, creating increased health concerns.

Kenya’s Mpox outbreak continues to grow, citing 420 confirmed cases since July 2024. Mpox is an infectious viral disease that causes flu-like symptoms and a rash. Most cases have broken out in larger population areas, such as in Mombasa and Nairobi. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) updated their vaccination recommendations to include Kenya on September 15. The outbreak does not show signs of slowing down.

Bus driver strikes in Manchester, UK from September 30-October 2 will disrupt Bee Network bus services.

On September 30- October 2, over 2,000 drivers associated with the Unite union at Stagecoach, Metroline Manchester, and First Bus Rochdale will walk out after failed pay negotiations. This follows a September 19-22 strike which suspended about two-thirds of Bee Network routes, including school services and routes across South East Manchester. Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has stated the strike will cause widespread disruptions.

Doctors will strike for 48 hours in New Zealand from September 23-24; expect healthcare disruptions.

Senior doctors associated with the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS) are organizing a nationwide strike on September 23-24 in response to understaffing and insufficient funding. The strike will begin at 12:01 AM on September 23 and end at 11:59 PM on September 24. The emergency room, urgent care centers, and pharmacies will remain open. Service disruptions at hospitals are anticipated.

Major European airports were hit by a cyber attack on September 20; expect travel disruptions.

A cyberattack at a provider of check-in and boarding systems disrupted operations on Saturday September 20 at several major European airports, causing flight delays and cancellations. Collins Aerospace, the company who makes the affected software, stated that the impact is limited to electronic customer check-in and baggage drop and can be mitigated with manual check-in operations. Affected airports include Heathrow, the continent’s busiest. Berlin airport and Dublin airport have also been affected by the attack. Anticipate delays and cancellations.

A 60-day state of emergency was declared across seven provinces in Ecuador on September 16 following violent protests in Quito.

President Daniel Noboa of Ecuador issued a 60-day state of emergency amid violent protests in Quito on September 16. After the government’s decision to redirect $1.1 billion from diesel fuel subsidies to social programs, protesters formed roadblocks and clashed with police officers. This declaration suspends the right to freedom of assembly and authorizes further deployment of security forces across the provinces of Carchi, Imbabura, Pichincha, Azuay, Bolívar, Cotopaxi, and Santo Domingo.

Railway workers in Ghana to launch nationwide strike on September 30; expect traffic delays and crowded transportation.

Railway workers will stage a nationwide strike on September 30 over unpaid wages since October 2024. Rail services linking Accra, Tema, Kumasi, Takoradi, and Tarkwa are expected to be disrupted. In Accra, a march will begin at the Ministry of Transport, continue to Parliament, and conclude at the Trades Union Congress of Ghana (TUC).

Measles outbreak declared in Opuwo, Namibia, on September 17; ensure vaccinations are current and monitor for symptoms.

The Ministry of Health and Social Services in Opuwo city have confirmed 10 measles cases, primarily among unvaccinated individuals. The virus spreads easily through the air and can remain infectious in enclosed spaces for up to two hours. Reported symptoms include high fever, persistent cough, runny nose, red or watery eyes, and rash.

Airport workers to strike at Amsterdam Schiphol on September 24 and October 1; expect major delays and flight cancellations.

Airport staff will walk out on September 24 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and again on October 1 from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The union strikes are part of an escalating dispute over pay, early retirement provisions, and contract conflicts. Previous short strikes on September 17 forced the cancellation of over 100 flights, disrupting more than 27,000 passengers. Upcoming strikes will likely cause significant delays and disruptions.

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