South Africa's High Commissioner to Mozambique, His Excellency Mr M Moopeloa reported that there have been sporadic incidents of stoning and blockades of roads in the vicinity of Maputo including the airport.
The high commissioner went on to advise that South Africans planning to visit Mozambique take note of these reports and that persons travelling by road are urged to avoid the N4 between Maputo and Matola.
Flights into Maputo by both the South African Airways and the local airline LAN were cancelled today. Those travelling to Mozambique are urged to consult with their airline.
South African citizens requesting information may contact the South African High Commission in Maputo or the Pretoria head office of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation on the following numbers:
South African High Commission:
00 258 2149 1614
00 258 2149 0059
00 258 84 304 4600
Chief Directorate: Consular Services
012 351 1249
012 351 1924
012 351 0160
For further information please contact:
Saul Kgomotso Molobi
Cell: +27 82 940 1647
Tel: +27 12 351 0083
Email: molobisk@dirco.gov.za
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