Arlindo Chissale, a disappearance in the shadows of Mozambique's security services
Summary
Arlindo Chissale, a journalist and political activist in Mozambique, disappeared on January 7, 2025, while traveling between two cities. He was involved in opposition politics and had recently spoken about election fraud and violence linked to the ruling party and the Islamist conflict in the region.Key Facts
- Arlindo Chissale was a journalist and member of the opposition party Podemos in Mozambique.
- He disappeared without a trace on January 7, 2025, traveling between Pemba and Nacala.
- Chissale had been active in protesting against the ruling party, Frelimo, which has governed since independence.
- He publicly accused the government of election fraud and reported on the killing of other opposition activists.
- Chissale investigated sensitive topics like the Islamist insurgency in Cabo Delgado and abuses by both insurgents and Mozambican soldiers.
- Friends and family suspect Mozambican security forces may be linked to his disappearance, but no proof has been made public.
- Before disappearing, he shared videos discussing political violence and organizing local elections on behalf of opposition candidate Venâncio Mondlane.
- The disappearance is part of a broader investigation by an international group of journalists into political repression in Mozambique.
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