Mozambique: Amnesty International Calls for End to Crackdown On Protesters in Mozambique

Nairobi — Amnesty International is calling on the Mozambican government to stop its crackdown on protesters challenging the results of last month’s elections. At least 20 people have been killed in post-election violence, according to human rights groups.

Demonstrators rallied again on Thursday, burning tires and blocking streets. Police fired tear gas at hundreds of protesters in the capital, Maputo.

Cidia Chissungo, who works with Amnesty International, said tensions are high in Mozambique.