On 23 January, there were reports of gunfire in Ouagadougou. If you’re caught up in unrest, you should shelter in a safe place, avoid large gatherings and demonstrations and monitor the media. Pay attention to your personal safety. Follow the directions of local authorities. We continue to advise you should reconsider your need to travel to Burkina Faso due to the high risk of terrorist attack and kidnapping. The Australian High Commission in Accra has very limited capacity to provide consular assistance in West Africa.