Despite a calm atmosphere in Maputo, residents remain apprehensive following clashes between police and protesters during President Daniel Chapo's inauguration. This comes after weeks of unrest sparked by Frelimo's victory in October's general elections.
MAPUTO - The situation in Maputo is calm for now, but residents remain on edge for further possible unrest.
Chapo retained his title of president following weeks of unrest after his party, Frelimo, outright won the country’s general elections in October.A small group of supporters of opposition leader, Venancio Mondlane, faced off with police in Maputo on Wednesday afternoon as authorities were forced to fire stun grenades to disperse the unruly crowd.
The streets of the usually vibrant city remain stranded as police and military personnel carry out heightened patrols, looking to quickly quell the possibility of any unrest.
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