21 Feb 2019 | 09:50 PM UTC
Mozambique: Suspected militants wound four in Cabo Delgado February 21
Suspected militants wound four oil workers near village of Mute (Cabo Delgado province), close to Palma, February 21; several other attacks reported between Mocimboa da Praia and Afungi Peninsula
Event
Suspected Islamist militants attacked an oil company convoy near the village of Mute (Cabo Delgado province), close to Palma, on Thursday, February 21, wounding at least four people. According to local sources, several other attacks were reported on Thursday in villages between Mocimboa da Praia and the Afungi Peninsula. Government forces have been deployed to the area to augment security. Similar attacks targeting oil workers are expected in Cabo Delgado province over the near term.
Context
Ahlu Sunna Wa-Jamo/Ansar Al-Sunna (Al-Shabaab) is believed to be responsible for carrying out attacks against local businesses, government installations, and security forces in Cabo Delgado province since October 2017.
Advice
Individuals in Cabo Delgado province are advised to monitor developments to the situation, remain vigilant for militant activity, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities and their home governments.
Some Western governments advise against nonessential travel to parts of Cabo Delgado province. Travelers in or intending to travel to Cabo Delgado should seek professional security support due to the volatile security environment and potential for further attacks.
