Mozambique Protests Intensify as Frelimo’s Election Victory Faces Backlash

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.

November 8, 2024 10

Africa

Over 200 injured, 100+ arrested in Kenya tax hike demonstrations

Nationwide protests in Kenya against government tax hike plans have resulted in over 200 injuries and more than 100 arrests. Human rights groups, including Amnesty International, reported a violent crackdown by riot police, involving tear gas, water cannons, and rubber bullets, with at least 105 protesters detained. Future Media's Tshoopara Tshoopara reports from Kenya.

June 24, 2024 19

Environment

Furious protesting Indian farmers stalled but defiant

By Arunabh SAIKIA Shambhu, India, Feb 14, 2024 (AFP) - The line of tractors stretches nearly far as one can see -- thousands of protesting Indian farmers heading to the capital New Delhi, determined to bring their anger and woes to politicians. Many have driven on slow-moving tractors across India's northern Punjab state to demand guaranteed crop prices, waving flags, honking horns and chanting protest slogans. But they […]

February 14, 2024 17