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1,500 Inmates Escape Mozambique Prison Amid Election Crisis

1,500 Inmates Escape Mozambique Prison Amid Election Crisis

MAPUTO – More than 1,500 inmates escaped from a high-security prison in Mozambique’s capital on Tuesday, leaving 33 dead, as violent protests over disputed October elections spread across the southern African nation. Police have recaptured only 150 prisoners so far. Mozambique’s Police
December 26, 2024
SADC Election Observer

SADC backs Mozambique election win as regional tensions loom

Southern Africa’s regional body SADC has congratulated Mozambique’s ruling FRELIMO party for winning recent elections, extending its 48-year grip on power since independence. Daniel Chapo, 47, won with 70% of the vote in the October 9 elections, despite opposition claims of electoral
November 19, 2024
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