Mozambique Intelligence Report

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Recent correspondence from Mozambique:

Hello, family.

 Since last week, terrorists have been terrorizing the people of Chiure in a very sad way! They have resumed attacking the villages they targeted in February of this year. This time, they are killing people, livestock, and forcing people to worship their prophet Muhammad!

 Here at the church, we are receiving people who come from there and providing support to their families!

 In the town of Chiure, there are many people in the streets, schools, around individual houses, and much more.

 Please pray for us.

 Thank you.

Recent information about the insurgents indicates that three farmers were released after being kidnapped a week ago from their agricultural fields in the Nampipi area. They were taken by an armed group to the forests of Mahate in the Quissanga district. Since the abduction, the victims have reported difficulties such as lack of food and have been forced to work for the insurgents. The opposition party RENAMO criticizes the FRELIMO government for not doing enough to combat the terrorists, citing a lack of military resources to fend off the attacks. Additionally, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) estimates that over 33,000 people have been displaced due to recent rebel attacks in the districts of Macomia, Chiure, and Mecufi in Cabo Delgado province between December 22, 2023, and March 2, 2024. More than 33,000 people were displaced by the recent group attacks of rebels in the districts of macomia, chiure and mecufi in the province of Cabo Delgado.)

Executions, Violent Attacks and Emptying of Villages in Norther Mozambique Lead to a Call for Action

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

The cries of babies lying in their dead mothers’ blood resound from the video Pastor Paul circulated online as proof of what is happening in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province.

The recent bodies left to rot and the charred churches, schools and homes are reminders of the perils of living in the Northern region of this African country. But the 42-year-old pastor and father of six seems to be a lone voice trying to draw attention to the growing violence in his region that he says is often erratic, sparing some villages while slaughtering others.

Thousands of people are currently fleeing their homes to escape death, and many are seeking shelter in the neighboring villages where the pastor is responsible for shepherding 21 churches, said the pastor, whose name has been changed to protect his identity. (Read more)

Cabo Delgado with tears of blood

Monday, February 19, 2024

Since February, insurgents have attacked, killed, and driven unarmed families from their homes in the Northern region of Mozambique. At least one pastor was killed and 41 churches and 18 schools were vandalized and burned, while countless families have been separated. Displaced children are searching for their parents as eyewitness accounts say villagers fled for their lives to escape the attacks. Many of the surrounding regions are living in fear for their lives and believe they will be attacked next. (Read More)

Video of Village Evacuation:

Links for further information:

https://www.counterterrorismgroup.com/post/al-sunnah-wa-jama-ah-understanding-mozambique-s-growing-insurgency

https://www.opendoorsus.org/en-US/persecution/countries/mozambique/

https://www.persecution.org/who-we-are/

Good News and answered Prayers!

We have been praying for the Mozambique government to step in and show concern and action to protect the citizens at risk.

• This week, we have received reports of officials visiting from the capital to assess the current condition. Today (7 Mar 2024) a high level official is vising for the second time.

We prayed for men in our classes that they would become disciple makers and send churches. Some are deeply involved with refugees.

• One pastor holds a church in the middle of existing refugee camps.

• One brother has left his job to sere at an orphanage and is currently focused on refugees.

• Another pastor is involved in reporting activity to the govenment.

For weeks, we have prayed for on-the-ground organizations so money could be sent directly to the cause.

• Local organizations are shifting their energy and capabilities to serve the refugees and the displaced. These are well-known and trusted organizations. If anyone desires to donate to these efforts, we can assist you in getting 100% of your gift to the hands of those doing the work-on-the ground.

We prayed for international attention to the suffering of the people of Mozambique.

• See article below from US News:

UN Raises Alert for 780,000 People Displaced in Mozambique, Most Due to Violence in North

• See article below from Agenzia Fides:

AFRICA/MOZAMBIQUE - More than 67,000 people fleeing jihadist violence in the north of the country - Agenzia Fides

We prayed for more churches around the world to be aware, actively praying, and encouraging the Mozambique church body.

• To date we have received 3 videos from 3 different church groups praying for and saying blessings over the people of Mozambique.

Pray 🙏🏻 with Mozambique

Although we are excited to see the global attention rising and support on the ground for refugees evolving, we will continue to monitor until we see civilians returning to their homes and feeling safe.