A deadly prison riot erupted in Mozambique’s capital, Maputo, leaving 33 people dead and 15 injured. The violence occurred amidst ongoing civil unrest sparked by the disputed election results, which confirmed the long-ruling party Frelimo’s victory. Apexnewsgh reports
The riot led to a massive prison break, with approximately 1,534 inmates escaping, although 150 have since been recaptured. Police General Commander Bernardino Rafael attributed the riot to protests outside the prison, but Justice Minister Helena Kida countered that the unrest originated within the prison itself.
The incident has heightened concerns about public safety, with Rafael warning of a potential rise in crime over the next 48 hours.
Mozambique’s interior minister reported that at least 21 people were killed in unrest following the top court’s decision, bringing the total death toll to over 150, according to civil society monitoring group Plataforma Decide.
The disputed election results have sparked nationwide protests, with opposition groups and supporters claiming the vote was rigged. The situation remains volatile, with tensions expected to persist in the coming days.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
