Mozambique opposition leader returns from self-imposed exile

Venancio Mondlane left the country in October following an election clouded by allegations of rigging against the long-ruling Frelimo party (Carlos Uqueio/AP)

Mozambique’s main opposition leader has returned from self-imposed exile saying he still rejects the results of a disputed election last year that has sparked more than two months of protests and a violent crackdown by security forces.

Security forces fired tear gas at hundreds of his supporters who gathered near the main international airport to welcome Venancio Mondlane home.