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Charles Mangwiro is a journalist based in Maputo, Mozambique. Currently I work a journalist for Radio Mozambique and I am a stringer for Voice Of America, VOA in Maputo. For the past twenty five (25) years I have been working as a journalist and I acquired vast experience in writing and covering news stories (almost everything under the sun) in Mozambique and withing the Southern African Development Community, SADC region. Over the years, between 1999 and 2011, I have also worked as Maputo-based sringer for Reuters News Agency & TV as well as a back-up reporter BBC World Service in Mozambique. In addition, I am also a FIXER. I fluently write and speak both English and Portuguese as well as a translator/interpreter in both languages. Among some of the key achievements includes covering breaking political, Economic and major disaster stories as well as emerging economies with a particular focus on agriculture in Mozambique I have invaluable experience, having worked for a number of Radio and Television stations in South Africa and across Europe. During over two decades of my work experience I have been involved in the regional and international news coverage as an individual and as part of International press crews.
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South Africa turns to Mozambique to try to get the lights back on
Mozambique has agreed to supply South Africa with 100MW of electricity on a short-term basis to address its power crisis, with an additional 600MW expected within six months. The initial supply will come from the Nacala floating power plant, with further power from a floating station in Maputo and a thermal station in Ressano Garcia. Mozambique faces its own power shortages, but the agreement is seen as mutually beneficial, providing revenue for Mozambique and aiding South Africa's economic development. Mozambique's largest power plant, HCB, supplies most of its power to South Africa and Zimbabwe, with only a small percentage consumed domestically. Several energy projects are underway in Mozambique, including the Temane thermal power station and the Mpanda Nkuwa hydroelectric project, which are expected to significantly improve the electricity supply in the region.
US Reiterates Support for Mozambique's Fight Against Cabo Delgado Militants
The United States is reaffirming its commitment to support Mozambique in combating Islamist militants in the oil-rich Cabo Delgado province. Dafna Rand, the U.S. State Department's director of the office of foreign assistance, emphasized the importance of local development, education, and military cooperation during her visit to Mozambique. Despite the presence of international energy companies like Exxon Mobil and Total, and military aid from Rwanda and SADC countries, Mozambique continues to face challenges in curbing militant attacks that have caused nearly 5,000 casualties and displaced about 1 million people since 2017. The U.S. is the largest bilateral donor to Mozambique, contributing over $560 million annually.
Mozambique Legalizes Local Militias to Fight Islamist Militants
Mozambique's government has officially legalized the formation of local militias to combat Islamist militants in the Cabo Delgado province. This decision, announced by Cabinet spokesman Filimao Suazi, follows the parliamentary approval obtained in November. The local militias, which include ex-combatants and civilians, have been aiding the Mozambican armed forces and troops from Rwanda and Southern African Development Community countries since 2020. The decree aims to provide better structure, organization, and logistical support to these militias. The conflict in Cabo Delgado, ongoing since 2017, has resulted in nearly 5,000 deaths and displaced over 1 million people, with militants linked to the Islamic State group being the primary adversary.
Mozambique's Cyclone Death Toll Hits 53
Cyclone Freddy's impact on Mozambique has resulted in 53 deaths and the displacement of nearly 50,000 people, as reported by President Filipe Nyusi. The cyclone caused drownings, electrocutions, fires, and other incidents in the worst-hit city of Quelimane. Over 1,500 classrooms and 52 clinics were destroyed in Zambezia province. The government has dispatched 250 security personnel for rescue operations and allocated nearly $4 million for recovery efforts. A permanent post-cyclone reconstruction office will be established, and an assessment will be conducted to mobilize resources for recovery and reconstruction.
Mozambique’s President Unveils Southern African Troops to Fight Insurgents
Mozambique President Filipe Nyusi, during a visit to Cabo Delgado province, revealed the deployment of Southern African Development Community (SADC) troops from Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, South Africa, and Tanzania to combat insurgents in the region. The SADC Standby Force joins Mozambican and Rwandan troops who recently recaptured the key port city of Mocímboa da Praia from Islamist militants. The SADC mission is suggested to include around 3,000 troops, with Botswana contributing nearly 300. South African Major General Xolani Mankayi, commander of the SADC force, expressed commitment to restoring peace. The insurgents, known as Al-Shabab but unrelated to the Somali group, have caused over 2,500 deaths and displaced more than 800,000 people since 2017, impacting multi-billion dollar gas projects.
WFP: Unrest in Northern Mozambique Creating Acute Food Shortages
The World Food Program warns that escalating violence and insecurity in Mozambique's northern provinces of Cabo Delgado, Niassa, and Nampula are causing life-threatening food shortages. Disruptions in agriculture and soaring food prices have led to emergency levels of food insecurity for over 900,000 people. The WFP found malnourished children on the brink of starvation, particularly in Cabo Delgado, which has the highest rates of chronic malnutrition. The WFP plans to scale up its operations to reach 750,000 people and is seeking $117 million for the next 12 months to prevent having to cut food rations.
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