The President of the Assembly of the Republic, Margarida Talapa, on Thursday (27) in Maputo, called for a “broad solidarity movement” to support more than 70,000 citizens displaced in Nampula province as a result of recent armed attacks in the district of Memba, according to Lusa.
Speaking at the closing of the parliamentary session that approved the Assembly of the Republic’s budget for the 2026 fiscal year, Margarida Talapa highlighted the seriousness of the humanitarian situation in the north of the country, emphasizing that the moment requires national unity.
“We are called upon to create a broad movement of solidarity to alleviate the suffering of our brothers and sisters who are victims of terrorist barbarity. Together, united and determined, we will say no to terrorism,” declared the parliamentary leader.
The day before, Talapa visited the resettlement center located in the administrative post of Alua, Eráti district, where around 15,000 families from Chipene, Mazua, and Lúrio—affected by armed attacks—are being sheltered. During the visit, 60 tons of various goods were delivered to support the displaced populations.
The President of Parliament also urged the Government and the Defense and Security Forces (FDS) to create, within a short period, conditions that guarantee the safe return of populations to their areas of origin.
The attacks in Memba district caused, according to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the displacement of 71,983 people between 10 and 17 November alone. The UN agency warns of worsening vulnerabilities, especially among women, girls, the elderly, and people with disabilities, who face increased risks of violence, deprivation, and insecurity in the reception areas.
The Governor of Nampula province, Eduardo Abdula, stated on Wednesday that the rebel groups responsible for the attacks are leaving the territory, moving to the neighboring province of Cabo Delgado due to pressure from the FDS.
“They crossed a few days ago into the Chiúre area. There may still be a stray one or two, but the mission is to continue the pursuit,” assured the provincial leader.
The north of the country has lived under the threat of armed attacks by extremist groups for eight years, with the first incident recorded in October 2017 in Mocímboa da Praia district, Cabo Delgado province. Since then, the violence has caused thousands of deaths and displacements, placing increased pressure on the humanitarian response capacity of the state and international organizations.
