2007 Warden Information
Consular Warden Message
U.S. Embassy Conakry
February 09, 2007
This warden message is being issued to alert American citizens that the general strike in Guinea could resume in the near future. It was suspended following the signature on January 27 of an agreement between labor unions and the Guinean government. There is the possibility that the strike could resume as soon as Monday, February 12, unless the government completes its implementation of the agreement, including appointment of an acceptable prime minister, before that date.
It would be prudent to use the weekend to stock up on provisions and fuel that would be needed to ride out another prolonged disruption. At this time, we are not advising residents to remain in their homes, although the security situation remains volatile. Americans should always remain alert to their surroundings and avoid crowds.
The U.S. Embassy remains open with full services. The voluntary departure authorization for dependents of Embassy employees is still in effect, and Peace Corps volunteers are still in Mali for training. The Peace Corps office in Guinea is open.
The Travel Warning in place for Guinea recommends that American citizens defer non-essential travel to Guinea until the situation stabilizes. The airport remains open, and airlines continue to service Guinea.
For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, Travel Warnings, and other Public Announcements can be found. Up to date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States and Canada, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
Americans in Guinea are encouraged to register with the U.S. Embassy through the State Department’s travel registration website, https://travelregistration.state.gov, and to obtain updated information on travel and security within Guinea. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy in Conakry. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency. The U.S. Embassy located on the Transversale No. 2, Centre Administratif de Koloma opposite the New Radio Station in Ratoma, Conakry, Guinea; telephone +224-30-42-08-62 through 68 or fax +224-30-42-08-71; email consularconakr@state.gov. The U.S. embassy website is http://conakry.usembassy.gov/index.html