“My youth ended here. After working so hard, we were cast aside as if we were nothing”, laments André Chissico.
By Noémia Mendes
Maputo (MOZTIMES) – Every Tuesday morning, the entrance to the British High Commission in Maputo is occupied by around 100 former employees demanding the payment of severance packages, allowances, overtime, and social security contributions. This persistent protest, which began in March 2024, is the latest expression of a struggle that has lasted 20 years.
The protesters, who gather at dawn in front of the High Commission building, symbolise remarkable resilience. “We have no choice. We are here every day because we believe our constant presence might finally bring us justice,” explains Miguel Nhatave, the group’s coordinator.
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