WATCH THE VIDEO HERE As violence continues in Mozambique following disputed election results, more than 2,000 households have fled to Malawi, seeking refuge in Nsanje district. Reports indicate that most of the refugees are arriving from Mozambique’s Senior Chief Tengani, Senior Chief Mlolo, and Traditional Authority (T/A) Mbenje areas. Nsanje District Council spokesperson, Robert Nayeja, confirmed to Nation Online that the District Disaster Risk Management Committee (DDRMC), along with Area Disaster Risk Management Committees (ADRMC), has been actively assessing the situation. He stated that as of December 25, over 2,000 households have arrived, and the numbers are expected to rise as tensions in Mozambique escalate. Nayeja added that the district has submitted reports to the Department of Refugees under the Ministry of Homeland Security and is working on response plans. Jose Taulo Sona, leader of the Mozambican community in Nsanje, acknowledged the development and commended the district council for its warm reception of the refugees. Violence erupted in Mozambique following the Constitutional Council’s ruling that Daniel Chapo of the ruling Frelimo Party won the disputed October 9 election. Reports indicate that at least 21 people died within 24 hours of the ruling, and the death toll has risen to over 150 since October. Independent candidate Vanancio Mondlane, who disputes the election results, has vowed to declare himself president on January 15. Renamo leader Ossufo Momade, who came third in the election, has also rejected the results. Chapo is set to succeed current President Filipe Nyusi in January 2025.
Mozambique Updates: Mozambican Refugees Flee to Malawi Following Country Election-Related Violence
