Demonstration Downtown
Importance:-High
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SECURITY NOTICE
American Embassy Dar es Salaam
No. 7-2013
Potential Demonstration Thursday, May 9th
May 8, 2013
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The Kisutu Magistrate Court has scheduled the verdict and sentencing of Sheikh Ponda and some of his followers between 0900 and 1600 hours on Thursday, May 9th. -The Court is located in downtown Dar es Salaam off Bibi Titi Mohammed Road which is the main road running to the airport (map attached).
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Whether there will be a demonstration and its possible severity is dependent on:
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· - - - The sentence pronounced by the court,
· - - - The attitude of potential protesters,
· - - - The police response. - A significant police presence is anticipated. -
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As a reminder:
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Avoid Demonstrations & Crowds
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It is prudent to avoid demonstrations, political rallies, large public gatherings, and crowds. -On occasion peaceful rallies and demonstrations have spontaneously escalated into looting and/or violence with little warning. -Once an incident starts it is very difficult to get away. -Please monitor local news reports-and maintain a low profile. -If traveling outside of Dar es Salaam check with local contacts about potential demonstrations. -If an incident starts--whether a traffic accident gone bad or a spontaneous demonstration--the best course of action is to leave the area and call Marine Post One.
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Avoiding risky situations and employing simple security practices can make a huge difference to your safety:
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Maximize your awareness and minimize your risks.
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· - - - - - - - - Share this notice with family, friends and TDY personnel.
· - - - - - - - - If something untoward happens, please report it to the RSO office so we can assist you as well as learn from the incident.
· - - - - - - - - Please program the following numbers into your cell phones, your family members' cell phones, kids' cell phones, and TDY personnel's cell phones:
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In the event of an emergency, call Post One:
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Landline +255-22-229-4111
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Cell + 255 767 605-043
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Remember your radio
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