Tanzania: Military deploys additional troops at Mozambique border amid concerns over Cabo Delgado insurgency May 7

Event

Local media sources on Thursday, May 7, report that the Tanzanian military has deployed additional troops at the Mozambique border to boost security amid increased insurgent activity in Cabo Delgado province. In the previous month, insurgent activity reportedly killed at least 50 people in Mozambique's Muidumbe district (Cabo Delgado province), with the United Nations recording at least 28 attacks and over 400 people killed in the region since the beginning of the year.

A heightened security presence is expected in the vicinity of the border as attacks are likely to continue in Cabo Delgado province over the medium term.

Advice

Individuals near the border with Cabo Delgado province are advised to monitor developments, remain vigilant for militant activity, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities and their home governments.