South Africa closes its border with Mozambique as post-election violence worsens

A woman walks past a barricade set on fire by protesters in Maputo, Mozambique (Carlos Uqueio/AP)

South Africa closed its border with Mozambique shortly after opening it as post-election violence in the neighbouring country escalated, leading to clashes between protesters and the police.

Authorities also warned South Africans to postpone non-essential visits to Mozambique.