insert_link Africa Daniel Chapo Sworn in as Mozambique’s President Amid Protests and Violence Daniel Chapo of Mozambique’s Frelimo party was sworn in as president on Wednesday following months of protests over his controversial election victory Reuters says. A local civil society group reported that over 300 people have been killed in clashes with security forces since the October 9 vote, which the opposition claims was marred by vote-rigging, and Western observers deemed not free and fair. today16 January, 2025
insert_link Africa Mondlane Returns to Mozambique Mozambique opposition leader Venancio Mondlane has returned after fleeing following a disputed October election says Reuters. He alleges the poll was rigged, sparking nationwide protests that have resulted in multiple deaths. Mondlane has urged his supporters to persist with demonstrations. Thousands greeted him at Maputo’s airport amidst heavy riot police presence, highlighting the tension. today10 January, 2025
insert_link Africa Zimbabwe Seeks Bids for Energy Storage to Tackle Power Shortages The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission & Distribution Company has invited bids to install energy-storage systems to combat the nation’s chronic power shortages. The project will establish battery storage at four locations, each delivering 600 megawatts for three hours during peak demand. Severe drought conditions have reduced hydropower output, forcing miners to rely on imported electricity from Mozambique. today7 January, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo Omaholololo madhiladhilo mo Mozambique ga faalele oomwenyo dhaantu ya thika 21 Aantu ya thika 21 oya hulithile momakuyunguto mo Mozambique sha landula etokolo lyompangu yopakotampango kutya ongundu yo Frelimo oyo ya sindana omahogololo guupresitend ga ningilwe mu October. Etseyitho olya ningwa kuyele oshiwike shika kuuministeli wiikwameni. Etokolo lyomandaaha olya koleke omuulikwa go Frelimo Daniel Chapo onga omusindani,a sindana omahogololo noo% 65.1,noku ekelahi omafekelo nomipopyo kutya omahogololo okwali ga taalela okwaahalonga nuuyuki nuukengeleledhi. shika osha landulwa komaholololo madhiladhilo moshilongo ashihe,naaholololi madhiladhilo taya […] today26 December, 2024
insert_link Africa UN Evaluates Cyclone Chido’s Destruction in Northern Mozambique The United Nations is assessing the extensive damage caused by Cyclone Chido, which struck the northern parts of Mozambique. Thousands of people were displaced, including over 90-thousand children. The storm reportedly damaged 35-thousand homes, destroyed 186 classrooms, and impacted vital infrastructure, including health and water facilities. The UN's Stephane Dujarric says additional funding is required to sustain humanitarian efforts: today19 December, 2024
insert_link Africa South Africa and Mozambique Ministers to Tour Lebombo Port for Bilateral Talks Ministers from South Africa and Mozambique will today tour the Lebombo port of entry in Mpumalanga as part of their bilateral talks. The port is severely disrupted by Mozambique’s post-election violence, which led to its temporary closure last week, leaving freight trucks stranded in long queues for several days. International Relations and Cooperation ministry spokesperson Chrispin Phiri says the tour aims to boost cooperation on security, trade, and border […] today18 December, 2024
insert_link Africa South32 Halts Forecast for Mozal Aluminium Amid Mozambique Unrest Australian firm South32 has withdrawn its production forecast for the Mozal Aluminium smelter in Mozambique, citing escalating violence following disputed October election results according to CNBCAfrica. The unrest has led to road blockages, disrupting the delivery of raw materials to the plant, where South32 holds a 63.7% stake. Protests by opposition supporters have fueled the instability. today11 December, 2024
insert_link Africa Opposition leader calls for week of protests in Mozambique Mozambique's opposition leader, Venâncio Mondlane, has called for another week of protests starting 4 December 2024, accusing the government of election fraud. According to Bloomberg, the unrest, already marked by violence and economic disruptions, has resulted in dozens of deaths and threatened a major gas project. Police have responded with force, including live bullets, drawing international criticism. today4 December, 2024
insert_link Africa Protests Intensify in Mozambique After Controversial Election Results Protests have intensified in Mozambique following the disputed victory of the Frelimo party in the October 9 election. CNBCAfrica says with over 56% voter abstention, clashes between police and protesters have resulted in at least 30 deaths, while human rights groups condemn the government's violent crackdown on demonstrators. Independent candidate Venancio Mondlane, whose supporters believe the election was rigged, has called for more protests. today18 November, 2024
