Armed attacks continue to devastate communities in Cabo Delgado

Macomia, February 16, 2025 – The armed conflict that has been ravaging the province of Cabo Delgado in northern Mozambique continues to bring grief to local communities.

Recently, earlier this month in February, along the Nova Zambézia road, specifically in the village of Nkoe, two men were brutally murdered by armed individuals.

Furthermore, there have been threats against young people working as motorcycle taxi drivers in the region, escalating the climate of insecurity and fear.

Amidst these challenges, the situation of peace remains unstable, but there are signs of resilience within the communities. The district of Macomia, one of the areas most affected by the conflict, has recently started the 2025 school year.

Classes have resumed after months of uncertainty and logistical difficulties, representing a positive step toward the recovery of social and educational normalcy in the region.

However, the agricultural situation remains a significant challenge for the population of Cabo Delgado. The low agricultural production in this region, particularly in Macomia, is an increasing concern, especially with the arrival of the 2024/2025 farming season.

Forecasts indicate a limited harvest due to the poor rainfall that has affected the area.

Despite this, there has been significant progress in infrastructure. In Macomia, the expansion of the drinking water supply will become a reality by the end of 2025.

This project, which started last year, is in full swing, with the opening of channels and the installation of pipes to ensure the supply of water to the local population.

However, the security situation shows no signs of relief. In other parts of the province, the enemy has been launching successive attacks. Recently, a simultaneous attack was reported in the areas of Sitore (Meluco junction), Maringue, and Ncunama in the district of Montepuez.

These violent attacks continue to destabilize communities and hinder the implementation of development and humanitarian assistance projects.

The situation is being closely monitored by local authorities and international organizations, with calls for stronger security measures and for humanitarian aid operations to reach more people affected by the conflict. (Sele Man)