Security forces have been patrolling the capital, Maputo, ahead of a planned protest over election results, according to reports. Post-electoral violence has killed at least 18 people, according to Human Rights Watch.
Tensions were rising in Mozambique’s capital of Maputo ahead of Thursday protests over the country’s October 9 election
Police in Mozambique have used tear gas to disperse protesters who have gathered on the streets of Maputo to demonstrate over the October 9 election results.
The AFP news agency reported that several thousand had taken to the streets in parts of the capital on Thursday morning and that reporters on the scene had witnessed riot police deploying tear gas.
The opposition has accused the ruling FRELIMO party of electoral fraud and a subsequent escalation in unrest has led to the deaths of at least 18 people, according to Human Rights Watch.
FRELIMO’s Daniel Chapo took 70.67% of the vote compared to 20.32% for his main opponent, independent candidate Venancio Mondlane.
