Mozambique Faces Turmoil Amid Post-Election Violence

South Africa's recent elections have ignited public discontent toward the African National Congress (ANC), with singer Thandiswa Mazwai using her platform to criticize political leaders at a gala dinner. Meanwhile, Eve Blouin's re-released memoir sheds light on her mother's historical role in the fight against colonialism in the Democratic Republic of Congo, emphasizing the personal and political impacts of her experiences. In Mozambique, the struggle for nation-building continues amid the backdrop of past colonial conflicts, with literature reflecting the complexities of national identity and mobility. The Judiciary Service Commission of Zimbabwe gained international recognition for its commitment to judicial reform, hosting key continental conferences to discuss electoral justice. However, Mozambique faces escalating violence and unrest following contentious elections, leading to over 260 deaths and mass displacement, with criticism directed at regional leadership for inaction. The situation raises concerns about Mozambique potentially reverting to the civil strife of its past.