Mozambique: New Mozambique Lawmakers Sworn in As Protests Resume

TLDR

• Mozambique’s newly elected parliament convened Monday under heavy security in Maputo, as 210 legislators were sworn in
• Opposition parties Renamo and the Mozambique Democratic Movement (MDM) boycotted the ceremony
• Margarida Talapa, a senior Frelimo member, was elected parliament speaker, calling for unity and dialogue

Mozambique’s newly elected parliament convened Monday under heavy security in Maputo, as 210 legislators were sworn in, marking the start of a contentious legislative session….