Mozambique

Mozambique’s Election Chaos Blocks Borders, Emptying Markets And Fuelling Worries

14 Dec 2024

Markets in Maputo are losing their pulse due to the protests that have continued after the elections and it has resulted in a dire shortage for staple commodities. Import foods like carrots, onions, and potatoes which are imported from the South African region are close to impossible to source as...

Mozambique Erupts: Tear Gas, Protests, And Calls For Change In Election’s Wake

07 Nov 2024

Mozambican police fired tear gas at thousands of demonstrators in the capital, Maputo, on Thursday in what has become the largest protest yet against the ruling Frelimo party. The demonstrations erupted following last month’s disputed election, which declared Frelimo victorious, extending its nearly five-decade rule. Tensions have escalated since October...

Election Dispute Turns Deadly In Mozambique; 11 Killed, Dozens Injured

29 Oct 2024

At least 11 people were killed and over 50 injured in Mozambique amid violent clashes following a contentious presidential election, according to Human Rights Watch (HRW). The violence erupted as protests spread after the announcement of Daniel Chapo, the ruling Frelimo party’s candidate, as the victor of the October 9...

Mia Le Roux, Deaf Woman, Wins Miss South Africa, Champions Inclusivity

12 Aug 2024

Mia Le Roux has made history as the first deaf woman crowned Miss South Africa. At 28, Le Roux, who has profound hearing loss and uses a cochlear implant, took the crown amid a storm of controversy. Her acceptance speech focused on breaking barriers and supporting those who feel excluded...

DefExpo 2022: Rajnath Singh meets counterparts from Mozambique, Madgascar

20 Oct 2022

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meetings with his counterparts from Mozambique and Madgascar on the sidelines of DefExpo 2022. The Defence minister tweeted,"Glad to interact with the Defence Minister of Mozambique, Mr Cristovao Artur Chume on the sidelines of #DefExpo2022." Rajnath singh stated that he had a...