South Africa closes main border with Mozambique, citing safety concerns amid post-election protests

South Africa has temporarily shut its main border crossing with Mozambique, after reports of vehicles being set alight on the Mozambican side.

It comes as deadly protests have rocked Mozambique, as opposition supporters take to the streets denouncing what they call a fraudlent result.

According to authorities in South Africa, several Mozambican officials have asked to take refuge in the neighbouring country, citing safety concerns.

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