The Economist: John McDermott – Two murders roil Mozambique’s politics
In Mozambique, the murders of opposition figures Paulo Guambe and Elvino Dias highlight the political tensions surrounding the October 9th elections. Guambe, a Podemos party official, and Dias, a lawyer, were killed in what many suspect are political assassinations tied to the ruling Frelimo party's efforts to maintain power. As Mozambique's youth grows increasingly disillusioned with the status quo, this event reflects a broader African trend of frustration with entrenched elites and dwindling opportunities.
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The Economist
By John McDermott*
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