SA's intelligence intensifies operations at border with Mozambique

JOHANNESBURG - Engagements are continuing between South Africa and Mozambique. 

This comes as post-election violence continues in the neighbouring country. 

President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent Sydney Mufamadi as a special envoy to engage with Mozambique's leaders amid the unrest. 

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The government said the engagement seeks to demonstrate a commitment to finding an amicable solution to the impasse.  

Protests erupted again last week after Mozambique's Constitutional Council confirmed the Frelimo party's electoral win in October, declaring Daniel Chapo as the president.  

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Meanwhile, the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) is intensifying operations along the South Africa-Mozambique border.  

"The government of South Africa is actively engaging the government of Mozambique at a bilateral level to address these concerns and explore sustainable solutions.

"Both nations are leveraging their strong diplomatic ties to ensure that appropriate measures are implemented to restore order and enhance security in affected regions," said Deputy National Commissioner Tebello Mosikili.