Stories written by Zenaida Machado

POLITICS-MOZAMBIQUE: Victory for Frelimo Amid Claims of Election Fraud

The incumbent, President Armando Guebuza, has won the Mozambican 2009 elections in a landslide, obtaining three quarters of the votes, according to official results.

Young Mozambicans turned out in their numbers to vote. Credit:

POLITICS-MOZAMBIQUE: Another Term for Incumbent President?

Mozambique’s incumbent president looks set to serve a second term of office as partial results of the country’s presidential, parliamentary and provincial elections are announced.

MOZAMBIQUE: Watching the Water Flow Away

Less than 100 kilometres from the second-largest dam in Africa, women walk with their babies strapped on their back, water pails balanced on their heads.

The annual Stand Up, Take Action Campaign will seek commitment to support small farmers from Mozambican political campaigners. Credit:  Zahira Kharsany/IPS

AGRICULTURE-MOZAMBIQUE: Anti-Poverty Campaign Targets Candidates

Antonio Machava is standing by the gate of his farm listening to election campaigners. The group of young people says their party will fight for a law to protect small farmers and create conditions for them to prosper.

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