Mozambique: City of Pemba Struggles with Disappearance of Children

Pemba, the capital of Cabo Delgado in Mozambique, is facing a troubling increase in child disappearances, with at least 18 cases reported in the first half of the year. The situation has caused significant social unrest, with parents fearing for their children's safety. Sociologist Adelino Selemane highlights the anxiety among parents, while affected individuals like Vasco Buanausse and Anita Trindade express their distress. The local police, led by spokesperson Aniceto Magome, are investigating the cases, denying any links to kidnappings, and have detained three individuals. Social activist Castro Tafula emphasizes the need for vigilance to address the issue promptly.

NGOs accuse embassies and international agencies of not funding local projects in Cabo Delgado

Eight non-governmental and civil society organizations in Cabo Delgado accuse United Nations agencies, the American Embassy, and European embassies of refusing to fund their humanitarian projects in the region affected by terrorism. This highlights a significant tension between local NGOs and international bodies regarding financial support for local initiatives.

Cabo Delgado devastated by terrorism tries to reestablish itself as a tourist destination

Cabo Delgado, once a major tourist destination in Mozambique, is striving to reclaim its status following a government campaign launched last year titled 'Visit Cabo Delgado,' aimed at changing the negative narrative caused by terrorism.

Mozambique: Armed individuals kidnap businessman in Maputo

Armed criminals kidnapped businessman Mohammad Calu in Maputo, Mozambique, after firing shots to disperse the crowd. The incident occurred on Ho Chi Min Avenue, with Calu being forcibly taken by four kidnappers. His two private security guards were shot and hospitalized. This is the second time Calu has been kidnapped, the first being in 2011. The car used in the kidnapping was later found abandoned near a hotel. This is the second kidnapping in Maputo within a week, with the first attempt being thwarted by locals. Criminal Investigation Authorities arrived at the scene half an hour later but did not comment.

Cabo Delgado: Insurgents create panic again in Quissanga

An armed group allegedly linked to the self-proclaimed Islamic State invaded the district headquarters of Quissanga in Cabo Delgado province on Saturday morning. Local sources reported that while the insurgents did not cause human casualties, they looted various goods from residents and local shops. The invasion caused significant panic among the population, but no local authorities have yet responded to the incident.

Displaced by terrorism in Mozambique do not have enough food

Displaced families in Pemba, the capital of Cabo Delgado, Mozambique, are facing hunger due to terrorism. A major aid organization reports insufficient funds, and authorities acknowledge the city's lack of preparedness to accommodate the large number of displaced individuals.

Cabo Delgado: Explosion of Homemade Bomb Kills Two in Mocimboa da Praia

A homemade bomb explosion in Mocimboa da Praia, Cabo Delgado, resulted in two fatalities and the destruction of a passenger vehicle. Authorities suspect insurgents are responsible, marking a shift in their tactics amid recent losses against Mozambican and Rwandan forces. Cabo Delgado has been a terrorism hotspot since 2017, with over a thousand civilian deaths and a million displaced. The ongoing instability exacerbates food insecurity in Mozambique, as highlighted by a UN report.