Soldiers deployed on streets in Mozambique amid post-election protests

Soldiers have been deployed amid opposition protests in Maputo (Carlos Uqueio/AP)

Soldiers have been deployed on the streets of Mozambique’s cities following weeks of protests against the ruling party that has been accused of rigging last month’s election to extend its 49 years in power.

Mozambique armed forces spokesperson General Omar Saranga made the announcement at a late-night press conference on Thursday, saying the army would support police in keeping order.