insert_link Africa Protests in Mozambique Lead to 1% Decline in Maputo Port Volumes Mozambique's largest port, Maputo, experienced a 1% drop in volumes for last year, attributed to post-election protests that led to border closures and road blockages, the port operator revealed says CNBCAfrica. The protests erupted after the contested October 9 election, which was won by Daniel Chapo and his Frelimo party, in power since 1975. The unrest has resulted in over 300 deaths amid a security forces crackdown. today22 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa South African Police Probe Multiple Offenses Including Attempted Murder and Electoral Act Violations in Limpopo Police in South Africa's Limpopo are investigating an additional four cases of attempted murder, malicious damage to properties, and two counts of infringement of the Electoral Act. This is concerning violence that erupted between EFF and ANC supporters during campaigning at Juju Valley in Seshego on Sunday. The incident resulted in a nine-year-old bystander and a 25-year-old man sustaining gunshot wounds. Police spokesperson, Hlulani Mashaba, says the minor is still […] today22 May, 2024
insert_link South Africa SA President Ramaphosa Condemns Political Violence in South Africa South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has denounced threats of violence and any actions undermining the democratic system. His remarks follow an alleged attack on some ANC members during a government event in KwaCeza, Nongoma, in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The ruling party statement accuses IFP members of carrying out the attack. Ramaphosa has appealed to all political parties to uphold tolerance and respect, particularly during this election year. today18 March, 2024
