Death toll of Mozambique post-election protests to rise: 'Voters feel cheated'

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Africa Correspondent Crystal Orderson.

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The Lebombo border between South Africa and Mozambique has been closed due to post-election violence.

This comes after a suspicious win by the country’s ruling party, Frelimo, who claim they secured over 70% of the vote.

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At least 11 people have died and 76 have been injured in the conflict.

“I suspect that this number will rise.”

- Crystal Orderson

Police have been teargassing protestors while much of the public has embarked on a stay-away.

According to Orderson, the ruling party refuses to acknowledge that voters are unhappy with the results.

“They feel cheated, like their rights were taken away.”

- Crystal Orderson

She adds that the protests will continue as Frelimo is unlikely to peacefully give up power.

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