Demonstration Notice
Demonstration Notice
October 5, 2009
On Monday, October 5 from 10:00, demonstrators are expected to gather near the British High Commission along Independence Avenue to protest the acquittal of former Zambian President Chiluba. Traffic congestion is to be expected. The U.S. Embassy advises all Americans to avoid the area if possible until demonstrations are over and to exercise situational awareness when approaching traffic.
Demonstrations take place in Zambia from time to time in response to world events or local developments. We remind American citizens that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence. American citizens are therefore urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations if possible, and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any demonstrations. American citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events and be aware of their surroundings at all times.
Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the U.S. Embassy’s website the U.S. Department of State's, Bureau of Consular Affairs’ website www.travel.state.gov , where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and Country Specific Information can be found. The U.S. Embassy also encourages U.S. citizens to review "A Safe Trip Abroad," found at http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/safety/safety_1747.html , which includes valuable security information for those both living and traveling abroad. In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the U.S. and Canada, or outside the U.S. and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.
The U.S. Embassy is located at the corner of Independence and United Nations Avenues. The mailing address is P.O. Box 31617, Lusaka, Zambia. U.S. citizens may contact the American Embassy during regular work hours, Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. by dialing 260-1-250-955. For after-hours emergencies involving American citizens, please dial 260-1-250-955 extension 1. The fax number is 260-1-252-225. The website is http://zambia.usembassy.gov.
Americans living or traveling in Zambia are encouraged to register with the Embassy through the State Department's website www.travelregistration.state.gov, so that they can obtain updated information on travel and security within Zambia. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy in Lusaka. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency.