Mozambique: Former Deputy Commander-General Convicted for Defamation

Maputo — Mozambique’s Supreme Court has convicted the former Deputy Commander-General of the police (PRM), Fernando Tsucana, on two cases of defamation against a prominent activist Fátima Mimbire and the mayor of the central city of Quelimane, Manuel de Araújo.

The case dates back to the year of 2023, following memorial marches for the late dissident rapper Edson da Luz, known by his stage name Azagaia. Reading from an official statement while addressing the demonstrators, Tsucana accused…