Mozambique Protests: A Cross-Border Tension Rise

South Africa has partially reopened its main border crossing with Mozambique after closing it due to safety concerns from election protests. The contested Mozambique election has led to violent demonstrations. Despite challenges, Mozambique restored cargo processing, reopening trade routes between the two nations.

South Africa's border authority announced it had partially reopened the main crossing with Mozambique following its closure over safety concerns amidst election protests. The unrest stems from opposition claims of election fraud against the ruling party, Frelimo.

The Lebombo port of entry in South Africa's Mpumalanga province was closed after reports of vehicles being torched. Authorities have now reopened the border for cargo movement as Mozambique tackled issues within its cargo systems.

Protests in Mozambique have resulted in at least 21 casualties, with demonstrators using aggressive tactics such as burning tyres and blocking roads. Human rights groups report the authorities' use of tear gas and live ammunition, alongside internet access restrictions in response to these protests.

(With inputs from agencies.)