Mozambican Civil War was erupted in 1977

The Mozambican Civil War, which erupted in 1977, marked a tumultuous period in the newly independent nation of Mozambique. The conflict was primarily fought between the ruling FRELIMO party and the anti-communist rebel group, the Mozambican National Resistance (RENAMO). This war was characterized by extreme violence, widespread human rights abuses, and significant socio-economic disruption. Both factions employed terror tactics, leading to indiscriminate attacks on civilians. The war resulted in the tragic loss of approximately one million lives, with an additional 1.7 million people fleeing to neighboring countries and millions more displaced internally. The humanitarian crisis was exacerbated by famine, with estimates suggesting that between 300,000 and 600,000 individuals perished due to starvation. The conflict persisted until 1992, when a peace agreement was finally reached, allowing Mozambique to begin the long process of recovery and rebuilding. The legacy of the civil war continues to impact the nation today, as it grapples with the consequences of decades of violence and instability.