Latest news in Mozambique? September 12th, 2026
12-09-2026
- Security Concerns in the North: Islamic State-linked insurgent activity continues to pose serious threats, with recent reports highlighting a deadly raid on the Coutada de Marangira concession in the Niassa Special Reserve that displaced approximately 2,700 people and involved multiple abductions. Meanwhile, Cabo Delgado remains severely strained, with humanitarian reports indicating that total displacement in the region approaches nearly one million people due to persistent conflict and insecurity. Channel Africa+ 1
- Fatal Landslides in Manica: Local authorities reported that at least nine people lost their lives over a three-day span following series of landslides triggered at illegal mining sites in the Vanduzi district of Manica province. Alliance of Mediterranean News Agencies (AMAN)
- Education & Infrastructure Developments: President Daniel Chapo inaugurated a newly constructed, Chinese-built higher polytechnic institute in Quissico, southern Mozambique, aimed at expanding regional technical and vocational training. 新华网
- Humanitarian & Flood Recovery: UN agencies and local emergency services continue recovery operations for communities affected by heavy seasonal flooding from earlier in the year across southern and central provinces, with over 660,000 people receiving emergency food, water, and shelter assistance to date. OCHA