UN alarmed by Mozambique's escalating post-election violence, mass displacement
The United Nations voiced alarm Tuesday at the violence surrounding post-election protests in Mozambique, which has forced thousands to seek shelter in neighbouring countries. UNHCR, the UN refugee agency,
Mozambique post‑vote violence sparks exodus, economic chaos
Trade routes have been disrupted, border crossings are closed and mines shuttered as thousands in Mozambique flee brutal treatment by security forces.
UNHCR Urges Greater Support For People Fleeing Post-Election Violence In Mozambique
The violence comes after the top court in Mozambique confirmed on 23 December that the ruling Frelimo party won the disputed presidential election held in October, sparking protests. The southern African country is also still recovering from the devastating effects of Cyclone Chido, which hit just weeks ago.
Overnight reports: Mozambique violence sparks massive refugee influx into Malawi
It happened while you were sleeping. Here’s what global agencies noted overnight from Friday to Saturday. Over 12,000 residents of Mozambique crossed into neighboring Malawi this past week, fleeing escalating violence caused by disputed presidential elections.
6,000 inmates escape from a high-security prison as post-election violence roils Mozambique
Police chief Bernardino Rafael said 33 prisoners died and 15 others were injured during a confrontation with the security forces.
Thousands Flee Mozambique Post-vote Violence To Malawi
Thousands have fled Mozambique in the past week to neighbouring Malawi seeking refuge from the southern African nation's deadly post-election protests, authorities told AFP.
Mozambicans flee to neighbouring Malawi amid post-election unrest
More than 2,000 Mozambican families have sought refuge in Malawi this week, Malawian authorities said, as dozens of people were reported killed in spreading unrest over a disputed election in October.
Mozambique: Thousands flee to Malawi amid election unrest
As political violence in Mozambique continues, thousands of families are crossing the border into Malawi, with officials warning the situation is "dire." Thousands have fled Mozambique to neighboring Malawi over the past week,
Mozambique Post-election Violence Kills 125 In Three Days: NGO
Around 125 people have been killed in three days of violent clashes across Mozambique amid opposition-led protests over the presidential election results, a non-governmental organisation said Thursday.
21 Dead as Mozambique Erupts in Violence Over Election Ruling
A ruling on Monday confirming that Daniel Chapo had won a disputed election has sparked protests and violence.
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21 dead as Mozambique erupts in violence after election court ruling
Violence that engulfed Mozambique after the country’s highest court confirmed ruling party presidential candidate Daniel ...
Violence after election court ruling leaves 21 dead in Mozambique
The unrest following the presidential elections, which has claimed over 150 lives since October, has sparked concern from the ...
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6,000 inmates escape from a high-security prison in Mozambique
as widespread post-election riots and violence continue to engulf the country MAPUTO, Mozambique. -- At least 6,000 inmates escaped from a high-security prison in Mozambique’s capital on ...
Why Mozambique Is Gripped by Its Worst Turmoil Since the 1990s
Waves of unrest have swept through Mozambique since a disputed Oct. 9 election, with security forces accused of killing ...
Protests kick off again in Mozambique – and so does police violence
Mozambicans took to the streets after the country’s top court ruled on December 23 to uphold the victory of ruling party ...
South Africa reroutes Mozambique trade, travel to Eswatini border amid violence
The violence in Mozambique forced trade and travel to be diverted from South Africa’s Leebombo Border Post to Eswatini’s ...
South Africa sends envoy to Mozambique amid rising political tensions
President Cyril Ramaphosa's envoy, Sydney Mufamadi is in Mozambique to discuss the escalating political violence and offer ...