Military threats rise as Mozambique's election outcome sparks street action
Post-election unrest hits Mozambique streets after ruling party keeps power for half-century. Opposition plans big protest while government hints at army deployment
The streets of Maputo have turned into a hot-spot of civil action since oct-24th when Daniel Chapo from the long-standing Frelimo party got declared winner of Mozambiques presidential election
The ruling party which has held power since mid-70s (making it almost 50 years in charge) faces strong push-back from citizens who dont accept the voting results; thousands have joined street demonstrations
Government officials made it clear they might use military force to control the situation - a move thats causing extra worry among protest organizers. The opposition groups are getting ready for what they say will be their largest-yet demonstration in the capital city this thursday
The post-election period has shown growing public discontent: with daily protests popping up across different regions; the ruling partys win extends its decades-long control over the south-east African nation (which many citizens now question)
