Mozambique’s Opposition Leader Declares Himself President Amid Chaos.
Venâncio Mondlane, Mozambique's main opposition leader, has vowed to declare himself president on January 15, rejecting the official results of the October presidential election. His declaration comes as violent protests, fueled by accusations of electoral fraud, engulf the nation.The unrest began after Mozambique’s constitutional court upheld the election victory of ruling Frelimo party candidate Daniel Chapo, who was declared the winner with 65% of the vote. Mondlane, who received 24%, alleged widespread rigging and refused to accept the court’s ruling.Protests have spread across the country, with Frelimo offices, police stations, banks, and factories attacked. At least 21 people have died in the violence, according to government officials. The streets of Maputo, the capital, were deserted on Christmas Eve as businesses shut down in fear of further unrest.Mondlane, currently in self-imposed exile, addressed his supporters via Facebook, urging peaceful protests but […]
