Mozambique Update (15 November 2024)
1. Solidarity Visit by SACBC/SACC to Mozambique’s Bishops
South African Catholic leaders visited their Mozambican counterparts amid post-election unrest. The elections, widely denounced as fraudulent, have led to violent protests. Mozambican bishops expressed concerns over manipulated results and judicial complicity but emphasized dialogue and solidarity.
2. Police Violence in Nampula and Quelimane
Police killed three people in Nampula and seven were injured during peaceful protests. In Quelimane, police used live ammunition to block a peaceful march, sparking riots and property destruction.
3. Ressano Garcia Border Protests
Protesters demanding electoral justice disrupted traffic at the Ressano Garcia border, a key trade route with South Africa. Demonstrators and military forces maintained a tense but peaceful standoff.
4. Zambezia Unrest
Protesters destroyed a police station and killed a district electoral official, escalating tensions in Zambezia province. Police also shot and killed a teenager during protests in Quelimane, further fueling unrest.
5. Military Struggles in Cabo Delgado
Mozambican soldiers in Cabo Delgado abandoned their positions due to food shortages, highlighting logistical failures amid ongoing insurgency battles.
6. Land Disputes in Quitunda
In Cabo Delgado, displaced residents near LNG mega-projects are demanding more land or compensation. Protests and tensions have grown as the government remains silent.
The situation in Mozambique is marked by post-election violence, insurgency struggles, and socio-economic grievances. Readers can explore the full article for detailed insights
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