Mozambique's Electoral Court Confirms Controversial Election Results Amid Ongoing Protests

The Constitutional Council's ruling confirming Frelimo's election victory has led to widespread protests, with claims of election fraud and police violence resulting in at least 130 deaths.

Opposition leader Venancio Mondlane contends that the electoral process was rigged and the will of the people was ignored, with calls for mass protests and a national shutdown if results were upheld.

Frelimo has maintained power since Mozambique's independence in 1975, and there is growing discontent among the youth due to high unemployment and the party's failure to address economic challenges.