Security Alert - U. S. Embassy Conakry, Guinea, December 5, 2023
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following areas:
Protest activity including road blockages have been reported on Rue Le Prince between Cosa and Bambetto traffic circles. When violence occurs during these protests, it often takes the form of blocked traffic, burned tires in the streets, and rocks and debris thrown at passing vehicles. Please use caution to avoid these areas at the present time.
Version Francaise:
Des activités de protestation, y compris des blocages de routes, ont été signalées rue Le Prince entre les ronds-points Cosa et Bambetto. Lorsque des violences surviennent lors de ces manifestations, elles prennent souvent la forme de blocage de la circulation, de pneus brûlés dans les rues et de pierres et de débris jetés sur les véhicules qui passent. Veuillez faire preuve de prudence pour éviter ces zones à l'heure actuelle.
- Monitor local media for breaking events and be prepared to adjust your plans.
- Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible.
- Have evacuation plans that do not rely on U.S. government assistance.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
- Review the Crime and Safety Report for Guinea.
U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Conakry, Guinea
Phone number: +224-655-10-40-00
Email address: ConakryACS@state.gov
https://gn.usembassy.gov/
State Department - Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
