In this week’s #Mozambique Weekly Media Review, the civil unrest in Mozambique enters its sixth week, with the government maintaining that it will use “all available means” to bring the situation under control. While it is anticipated that a continued hard-handed response to the unrest will likely only fuel the populations discontent, we consider what would it take for the unrest to end. And, insurgent activity in the southern parts of the conflict zone allude to a return northwards, signal a potential subsiding risk in the southern districts. Yet, insurgent activity north of Mocímboa da Praia Town has seemingly increased. We discuss this and more in this week’s Mozambique Weekly Media Review. For more information on #FocusGroup's Information Services contact us at infoservice@focusgrp.co.
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In this week’s #Mozambique Weekly Media Review, local analysts point to authoritarian tendencies pervading Mozambique’s party politics, and we consider Renamo’s recent internal strife as a case study. In the week after Ramadan has ended, insurgent activity has notably increased, albeit revolving mostly around movements and resupplying. Information has come to light regarding a PRM member and a DAG-associated pilot being killed after their microlight aircraft crashed in Macomia District. While available information cannot yet confirm a link to the recent bombardments along Macomia’s coast, the incident raises several questions. And, Frelimo’s Secretary General, Roque Silva, lambasts civil society and the media while addressing flood victims in Maputo City. We discuss this and more in this week's Mozambique Weekly Media Review. For more information on #FocusGroup's Information Services contact us at infoservice@focusgrp.co. #CaboDelgado #elections24 #africapolitics #insurgency
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In this week’s #Mozambique Weekly Media Review, allegations of attempted election manipulation plague the ongoing registration process. Rumours of potential Frelimo leadership candidates mentions a new name, while the son of former Mozambican President, Samora Machel, announces his intention to run for President. While the Ramadan-induced lull in the insurgency continues, one incident sheds light on the potential risk of a makeshift Caliphate establishing roots in Macomia District. And, countries in southern Africa are raising alarm over an impending food insecurity disaster brought on by the current El Niño – an issue that could be exploited by the insurgency. We discuss this and more in this week's Mozambique Weekly Media Review. For more information on #FocusGroup's Information Services contact us at infoservice@focusgrp.co.
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Five things on our mind this week in Africa: #BurkinaFaso Why was the transitional government dissolved? #Mali Will Barrick Gold comply with the arrest warrant for its CEO? #DRC Does a recently detected disease in Kwangju province present a wider public health risk? #Ghana What does the Manama and NDC election win mean for the country’s trajectory? #Mozambique How will the government respond to the latest phase of protests? More in our weekly newsletter - https://lnkd.in/dyaeNq_m
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A very important analysis! Completely corresponds with what I have been expieriencing for so many years. A former director of mine once said: "The opposite of well done is well intended"- could not agree more! This policy brief highlights the role that donor headquarters play in shaping the incentives and rules of the aid system, influencing implementing partner decisions, policies, and investments. It takes a deeper look at how some well-meaning policies can unexpectedly backfire, leading to new challenges, inefficiencies or in some cases, perpetuate conflict. To do so, it analyses five well-meaning policies common to many donors that can have unexpectedly negative results within conflict-affected countries, providing examples from South Sudan https://lnkd.in/dmnX-kfx
When Policies Backfire: Well-meaning donor policies can lead to bad aid – with examples from South Sudan - csrf-southsudan
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The ongoing conflict in Sudan has devastated the country, leaving widespread destruction in its wake. Buildings, homes, and infrastructure have been reduced to ashes, while communities are displaced, facing unimaginable hardships. The war has ravaged both urban and rural areas, with families losing their homes, livelihoods, and loved ones. The constant threat of violence has created a climate of fear, making daily life a struggle for survival. Beyond the physical destruction, the human toll is immense. Civilians are caught in the crossfire, suffering from shortages of food, water, and medical supplies. The war has severely affected access to essential services like healthcare and education, further compounding the crisis. Vulnerable populations, including women, children, and the elderly, are bearing the brunt of the conflict, with many forced to flee their homes and seek refuge in overcrowded camps or neighboring countries. The emotional and psychological trauma of the war will likely affect generations to come, as entire communities grapple with the aftermath of violence and loss.
Investigations Director at Centre for Information Resilience. Past BBC & Bellingcat. OSINT, Human Rights and Information Warfare.
Sudan is burning. The men who are doing it are filming themselves, often celebrating in front of burning buildings. So who are these men, who do they fight for, and why are they doing this? We've been watching Centre for Information Resilience. For more than a year, our team at Sudan Witness has been collecting thousands of videos, posted to social media, and mapping fire damage across the country. And in this investigation, we’re able to show to you how it's happening, and the men doing it: https://lnkd.in/ejsvE_zT #sudan #osint
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For most people in Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), roads are more than just a way for getting from one place to another – they are a lifeline to markets, food and basic services. In the lead-up to LLDC3- the landlocked conference, read how UNOPS helped to build roads to food security in South Sudan; https://buff.ly/3Unnss2
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Tashkent Hosts Third Round of Uzbekistan-Afghanistan Talks on Koshtepa Canal The third round of discussions on the Koshtepa Canal project between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan will be held in Tashkent, focusing on water usage from the Amu Darya River. Afghanistan’s Special Representative, Ismatulla Irgashev, emphasized Afghanistan’s right to Amu Darya’s water, with both nations working toward a mutual agreement on water allocation. This project has raised regional concerns, as experts predict it could divert 20% of the river’s flow, potentially impacting water distribution in Central Asia. #UzbekistanNews #Kunuz #Afghanistan #KoshtepaCanal #AmuDarya #WaterManagement #CentralAsia
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