VOICED : In Mozambique a return to the horrors of civil war

In Mozambique's Gaza districts, clashes between the army and rebels have reignited fears of a civil war that ended two decades ago. Reports of mass graves and death squads targeting opposition supporters have emerged. Personal accounts reveal violence and displacement, with homes burned and families fleeing. Political dynamics are complex, with both government and opposition forces blamed for ongoing violence. Historical context of the 16-year civil war is revisited. Despite cautious peace negotiations in Maputo, many feel it's too late to restore peace.

What has been reported in the Gaza districts of Mozambique?

• Discovery of bodies and mass graves

• A new economic development

• A natural disaster

• A peace treaty signing

What actions have been attributed to the death squads in the area?

• Providing humanitarian aid

• Targeting opposition supporters

• Organizing community events

• Building infrastructure

What did the soldiers do to the civilians according to personal accounts?

• Offered educational programs

• Helped them with farming

• Provided medical assistance

• Attacked and burned their homes

Who is Affonso de la Cama?

• A foreign diplomat

• A government official

• A leader in hiding

• A local farmer

What is the current status of peace negotiations in Maputo?

• They have not yet started

• They have successfully concluded

• They are ongoing but considered too late by some

• They have been canceled