Event: Presidential candidate Venacio Mondlane announced that he plans to return to Mozambique on the morning of January 9th. The routes to and from Maputo International Airport may become blocked and impassable due to the potential for protests. Police may fire tear gas, rubber bullets, and live ammunition to disperse crowds and open roads.
U.S. embassy personnel and U.S. citizens are advised to plan around the possibility of issues at the airport, adjusting travel plans as required.
The U.S. Embassy will be closed on January 9 for a National Day of Mourning for President James Earl Carter, Jr. and expects to reopen on January 10.
For emergency assistance call the U.S. Embassy Maputo at (+258) 85-591-1911 or (+258) 84-095-8000 or the U.S. Department of State at 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444.
Actions to Take:
- Reconsider travel to Mozambique.
- Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
- Minimize unnecessary movements.
- Avoid all but emergency travel between sunset and sunrise.
- Review your personal security plans.
- Notify friends and family of your safety.
- Monitor local media for updates.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Maputo, Mozambique
(+258) 85-591-1911 or (+258) 84-095-8000
MaputoUSCitizens@state.gov
https://mz.usembassy.gov/
State Department – Consular Affairs +1 888-407-4747 or +1 202-501-4444
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