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Mozambique Mining Sector Faces Rising Attacks Following Election Unrest

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  • Six foreign mining companies targeted in attacks following disputed elections.
  • Protests and unrest disrupt economic activity, raising concerns about debt obligations.

Mining companies operating in Mozambique have experienced a surge in attacks since the nationwide unrest that followed the disputed general elections, according to GardaWorld, a Canadian security risk company. Between October and December, six foreign mining operations were attacked by mobs and other assailants, causing injuries and operational disruptions, GardaWorld stated in a January 22 intelligence report on its Crisis 24 platform.

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