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. todayNovember 18, 2024 4
insert_link Africa South Africa supports political stability in Mozambique S.A's International Relations and Cooperation minister, Ronald Lamola, says government is committed to supporting political stability in Mozambique. He welcomed the return of normalcy at Mpumalanga’s Lebombo border amid ongoing protests in the neighbouring country. Briefing the media, Lamola highlighted the importance of validating election results transparently. todayNovember 13, 2024 9
insert_link Africa Mozambique Protests Intensify as Frelimo’s Election Victory Faces Backlash In Mozambique, police have fired tear gas at protesters in the largest demonstration yet against the Frelimo party, which was declared the winner of disputed elections on October 9, says Al Jazeera. Frustrations have grown as Frelimo’s victory extends its 49 years in power, with human rights groups reporting that at least 18 people have been killed amid a forceful police crackdown on the protests. todayNovember 8, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa AfriForum and Solidarity Reject Cosatu’s Claims of Apartheid Flags at BELA Protest AfriForum and Solidarity have dismissed Cosatu's claims that apartheid flags were displayed at the BELA protest in Pretoria. AfriForum's Kallie Kriel says the accusations are false and malicious. Adding that with over ten-thousand attendees protesting the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act, organisers noted one individual with a Vierkleur flag, who was quickly escorted off-site. He criticised Cosatu over the allegations: todayNovember 7, 2024 18
insert_link Africa Mozambique Faces Growing Unrest as Opposition Plans Mass Rally Mozambique is bracing for a potential escalation of unrest following the election of President Daniel Chapo in October. According to Deutsche Welle, today, opposition-led demonstrations in the capital, Maputo, are expected to culminate in a large rally, raising concerns about increased violence and riots. An analyst noted that due to the long-standing repressive nature of the country’s regime, violence has increasingly become the only way to engage effectively with those […] todayNovember 7, 2024 4
insert_link Africa Nigerian President Tinubu Reshuffles Cabinet Amid Economic Challenges Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has dismissed five ministers and appointed seven new ones in a major cabinet reshuffle aimed at improving government efficiency. Key appointments, according to Duetsche Welle, include new ministers for humanitarian affairs, trade, labor, and livestock development. Ten other ministers were reassigned to different portfolios, as the country grapples with worsening economic conditions and public discontent. todayOctober 24, 2024 3
insert_link Africa Mozambique Police Clash with Protesters Following Fatal Shootings of Opposition Figures On Monday, police in Mozambique fired teargas and live bullets at protesters in the capital, Maputo, who had gathered to demonstrate at the site where two opposition party figures were shot dead following a disputed election. CNBCAfrica reports that police officers used handguns while attempting to disperse the crowd. According to Adriano Nuvunga, director of Mozambique's Centre for Democracy and Human Rights, two journalists and a security guard were injured […] todayOctober 22, 2024 3
insert_link World Cost-of-living protests spark increased tensions in Martinique A curfew on the French Caribbean island of Martinique has been extended until Thursday following urban violence linked to cost-of-living protests. A once-banned squadron of elite riot police has also been sent to the island. Ross Cullen reports. RFI reports that some protests have turned violent, with looters targeting supermarkets and restaurants. So far, 11 police officers have been injured by firearms, and three protesters have been wounded, one […] todaySeptember 24, 2024 27
insert_link World Protests escalate in India following rape and murder of trainee doctor Protests have escalated in India over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The Indian Medical Association has announced a 24-hour nationwide withdrawal of non-emergency services this weekend. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. todayAugust 16, 2024 25