Mozambicans are preparing to vote in upcoming presidential and legislative elections, expected to secure the ruling Frelimo party’s longstanding rule amid ongoing challenges. The country faces a violent Islamist insurgency in Cabo Delgado, threatening valuable gas projects. Despite efforts to combat the insurgency, attacks have surged in recent months.
The delay and disruption of major gas projects worth billions of dollars are impacting Mozambique’s economy. The “tuna bond” scandal has also left a lasting impact, leading to a debt default and currency collapse. Additionally, the country is vulnerable to climate shocks, including droughts and cyclones that have devastated communities.
Despite these challenges, Mozambique has made efforts to maintain peace after years of civil war. A peace agreement signed in 2019 aimed to bring stability and reconciliation between political factions in the country.