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A World Weather Attribution study links a climate-change–driven 40% rise in extreme rainfall to floods across southern Africa (Mozambique, South Africa, Zimbabwe and Eswatini), worsened by La Niña; about 200 people have died and hundreds of thousands are affected as some areas receive more than a year’s worth of rain in days, including Kruger National Park closures and mounting repair costs.
Rosita Mabuiango, born in a tree during Mozambique's 2000 floods when her mother clung to escape rising waters, has died at 25 after a prolonged illness (anemia and tuberculosis). Her rescue by a South African helicopter made her a symbol of resilience and drew attention to Mozambique's health system and disaster-response challenges.
Jehovah’s Witnesses have been active in Mozambique for 100 years, starting with Albino Mhelembe in 1925. Despite facing severe persecution from the 1940s to the 1970s, they persisted in their preaching work. Legal recognition in 1991 marked a turning point, leading to significant growth, with over 109,000 members now actively sharing the Bible’s message in nearly 30 languages across the country.
Protests have erupted in Mozambique following a disputed election in October, with citizens expressing anger over issues such as unemployment, corruption, and police brutality. The unrest has led to disruptions in the capital, Maputo, as demonstrators demand change in the country.
Mozambique has been experiencing significant unrest following the October 9 elections, with the ruling Frelimo party's victory being contested by opposition leader Venancio Mondlane, who claims the election was rigged. Protests have erupted in the capital, Maputo, with police using tear gas to disperse demonstrators. The unrest has resulted in at least 20 deaths, and the government has restricted internet access to curb protests. The Southern African Development Community is set to discuss the situation in an upcoming summit.
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.
A new study, "The ABC of Mobility," reveals the world's most walkable cities, with Mozambique's Quelimane topping the list. European cities like Utrecht, The Hague, Bilbao, León, Bolzano, and Innsbruck also rank high, while US cities lag behind. The study highlights the impact of car-centric policies on urban walkability.
A makeshift ferry sank off Mozambique’s northern coast, leaving at least 94 people dead, including many children, with 26 still missing. The overloaded fishing boat, not licensed to transport people, was carrying passengers fleeing a cholera outbreak and heading to a fair. Misinformation about the outbreak caused panic and overcrowding on the boat, leading to the tragic incident.
At least 94 people, including children, have died and 26 are missing after an unlicensed ferry boat, overloaded with 130 passengers fleeing a cholera outbreak, capsized off the northern coast of Mozambique. The vessel was not licensed to transport people and was hit by a tidal wave while ferrying passengers from Lunga in Nampula province to Mozambique Island. Videos on social media showed bodies on the beach, and the country has been battling cholera outbreaks since last year.
A makeshift ferry sank off Mozambique's northern coast, killing over 90 people, including many children, as it was carrying 130 people and capsized while operating between Lunga and the Island of Mozambique. The tragedy occurred as people were reportedly trying to flee from a cholera outbreak, which had caused panic and misinformation, leading them to board the overcrowded boat. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with some still missing, and the incident highlights the challenges faced in accessing remote areas of Mozambique, where boats are often the only means of transportation.
A makeshift ferry carrying around 130 people capsized off Mozambique's coast, resulting in at least 98 deaths, including children, as residents were reportedly fleeing a suspected cholera outbreak. The vessel, unsuitable for transporting passengers, was overcrowded, and the accident occurred while en route to the Island of Mozambique. The country has been grappling with a deadly cholera outbreak, with Nampula being the worst affected province. Many areas in Mozambique rely on boats for transportation, often leading to overcrowding and safety concerns.
Rising temperatures and extreme weather events caused by climate change are increasing the risk of malaria transmission, potentially putting over 5 billion people at risk by 2040, according to a Washington Post analysis. The analysis reveals that longer transmission seasons, migration of malaria-carrying mosquitoes to new areas, and demographic growth are contributing to the spread of the disease. Sub-Saharan Africa is particularly vulnerable, with some regions experiencing year-round transmission. The United States could also see longer transmission seasons in the South due to warming temperatures and increased rainfall. Efforts to combat malaria are being challenged by climate change, as rising temperatures and disrupted rainfall patterns create favorable conditions for mosquitoes to breed and spread the disease.
Credit Suisse has reached a last-minute settlement with Mozambique in a $1.5 billion bribery and fraud case, just before a London trial was set to begin. Mozambique had accused Credit Suisse of bribery and fraud and was seeking $1.5 billion in damages. The details of the settlement were not immediately available. The case revolves around loans secured with undisclosed government guarantees, known as "tuna bonds," which were intended to fund projects in Mozambique but triggered a debt default and criminal investigations when the scale of the case became public in 2016.
Credit Suisse, now owned by UBS, has reached an out-of-court settlement with Mozambique over the decade-old "tuna bond" scandal, resolving a major legal dispute. Under the deal, UBS will forgive part of a loan made by Credit Suisse to Mozambique in 2013. The settlement includes most of the creditors involved in funding the loan. The case revolves around deals between Mozambican companies and shipbuilder Privinvest, funded by loans and bonds from Credit Suisse, which were intended for the development of the fishing industry. However, hundreds of millions of dollars went missing, leading to financial turmoil. French shipping mogul Iskandar Safa and Privinvest remain defendants in a High Court battle.
Credit Suisse has reached a last-minute settlement with Mozambique in a $1.5 billion bribery and fraud case, just a day before a trial was set to begin in London. The case, known as the 'tuna bonds' scandal, dates back to 2013 and 2014 when Mozambique, Privinvest, and Credit Suisse entered into loan agreements. The loans were secured with undisclosed government guarantees and were intended to fund projects such as a state tuna fishery. The case led to a debt default and criminal investigations, with Mozambique seeking $1.5 billion in damages. Details of the settlement were not immediately available.