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Tanzania's post-election violence leaves 518 dead, inquiry finds
africa1 month ago

Tanzania's post-election violence leaves 518 dead, inquiry finds

A Tanzanian commission concluded that 518 people died in post-election unrest, including 197 shot, with over 2,000 injured; the panel did not name those responsible and called for further investigations. President Samia Suluhu Hassan described the violence as planned and fueled by trained actors, while the opposition labeled the report a whitewash. The inquiry cites economic, political, and social grievances, rejects mass-grave claims, and recommends reforms, a national day of mourning, a criminal inquiry, and a new constitution by 2028 ahead of the next election.

Mozambique Faces Unrest Amid Election Dispute and Border Closure
international1 year ago

Mozambique Faces Unrest Amid Election Dispute and Border Closure

South Africa has temporarily closed the Lebombo border crossing with Mozambique due to violent protests following Mozambique's disputed presidential election, which was won by the ruling Frelimo party. The unrest has led to deadly clashes, with vehicles and buildings set ablaze on the Mozambican side. South African authorities have taken measures to ensure public safety, including deploying police and army personnel to prevent the violence from spilling over. The protests have resulted in at least 18 deaths, and Mozambique's opposition leader has gone into hiding amid threats to his safety.