Frelimo has ruled since the country’s independence from Portugal in 1975, but has increasingly lost its appeal, especially among young people, as the country experiences high levels of economic hardship and unrest in its north. Firebrand opposition ...

Post-election violence has spread across Mozambique, paralyzing cities and disrupting daily life. As the chaos escalates, the United Nations has called for calm and a peaceful resolution.

More than 6,000 prisoners escaped from a prison near Maputo on Wednesday, taking advantage of the third day of unrest triggered by the controversial confirmation of the long-ruling Frelimo party as the winner of recent elections.

Mozambique is experiencing escalating civil unrest linked to October’s disputed election, which extended long-ruling party Frelimo’s stay in power. Opposition groups and their supporters claim the vote was rigged.

At least 6,000 inmates escaped from a high-security prison in Mozambique’s capital on Christmas Day after a rebellion, the

At least 6,000 prisoners have broken out of a high-security prison in Mozambique during post-election riots. 33 prisoners died and 15 others were injured during a confrontation with the security forces.