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Periods of unrest continue to impact on the security environment in Guinea following the local elections in February 2018. The most recent demonstrations in the capital, Conakry, on 16 October led to clashes between protesters and security forces. One protester was killed following the security forces use of live ammunition, further aggravating the situation. Protests often target key business interests in the country including the export of aluminium ore bauxite; leaving boats stranded waiting to be loaded in the country.
The 2018 presidential election cycle has experience unusually high levels of unrest and divisive campaigning, prompting clashes between rival supporters. Travellers in Brazil should continue to monitor political development, avoid all planned demonstrations and consider minimising their movements on the 28 October due to the risk of further clashes.
Travellers in Afghanistan should exercise heightened caution ahead of 20 October parliamentary and district elections.
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