Venâncio Mondlane Scheduled to Appear at Attorney General’s Office in Mozambique
Venâncio Mondlane will appear at the Attorney General’s Office in Maputo regarding a criminal case connected to election-related protests. His hearing was rescheduled to Tuesday morning, following a request from his representative. Mondlane faces multiple legal challenges, including demands for compensations associated with protest-related damages and claims of undermining democratic processes.
Mozambican politician Venâncio Mondlane announced his upcoming appearance at the Attorney General’s Office (PGR) in Maputo, scheduled for tomorrow at 9:00 am. This hearing is related to a criminal case against him, as confirmed through his official social media channels. Mondlane’s advisor, Dinis Tivane, affirmed his presence, noting that Mondlane had just concluded his tasks abroad before returning for this engagement.
Originally set for today, the hearing had been postponed to Tuesday after a request from Mondlane’s representative was made earlier in the day. This rescheduling was communicated by the PGR and aligns with the local time of 9:00 am, which is two hours behind Lisbon. The hearing pertains to a criminal case filed last year against Mondlane, linked to protests he led in opposition to recent election results.
Mondlane has faced multiple cases from the PGR, stemming from his demonstrations since October. Following a recent incident where police used force against his supporters, he has remained silent publicly. Notably, on November 22, Mondlane requested 1.5 million euros in compensation for damages due to the protests, which follows an earlier civil action by the PGR seeking over 32 million meticais (approximately 486,000 euros) related to unrest in Maputo.
In January, legal proceedings were initiated by the PGR regarding Mondlane’s so-called “presidential decree,” which contradicts principles of democracy. This decree outlined measures for governance and urged citizens to form autonomous courts against police abuses. The PGR asserted that this publication violated constitutional mandates reserved for state authorities.
Mondlane was recognized as the second most-voted candidate in Mozambique’s recent presidential elections held on October 9, amidst significant challenges to the election results. Daniel Chapo was inaugurated as the country’s fifth President following the elections, which have been marked by violent protests resulting in substantial casualties, with estimates of over 353 deaths reported by an NGO monitoring the electoral process, while the government confirmed at least 80 fatalities.
In summary, Venâncio Mondlane is scheduled to appear before the Attorney General’s Office in Maputo regarding significant legal challenges related to protests against election results. His legal battles include demands for compensation and accusations about his controversial decree undermining democratic practices. The situation underscores the ongoing political turmoil in Mozambique, reflecting serious concerns regarding state violence and public dissent.
Original Source: clubofmozambique.com
