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Violence Erupts in Luanda as Fuel Price Protests Turn Deadly
Cape Town, Jul 30 (AP) — A wave of unrest in Angola’s capital, Luanda, has left four people dead and over 500 arrested following two days of intense protests triggered by a significant rise in fuel prices. The demonstrations began on Monday in response to the government’s recent decision to increase diesel prices by more than 30%, a move that has led to soaring transportation costs, particularly affecting the minibus taxi services that many Angolans rely on.
According to police spokesperson Mateus de Lemos Rodrigues, the protests escalated quickly, resulting in widespread rioting, vandalism, and looting. "Order has now been restored in most parts of the city," Rodrigues stated, but the damage was extensive, with numerous vehicles and public transport buses vandalized and roads blocked by demonstrators.
The protests are not isolated incidents; earlier this month, similar demonstrations occurred, prompting Human Rights Watch to accuse the police of using excessive force against largely peaceful protesters. The ruling People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) party, which has held power since the country gained independence from Portugal in 1975, has faced increasing scrutiny over its handling of dissent.
As the situation unfolds, many Angolans are expressing their frustration over the rising cost of living and the government’s inability to address their economic concerns. The protests reflect a growing discontent among citizens who feel the burden of economic policies that disproportionately affect the most vulnerable.
The international community is watching closely as the Angolan government grapples with the fallout from these protests, which highlight the deep-seated issues of governance and public discontent in a nation rich in resources yet plagued by economic challenges.
As Luanda attempts to return to normalcy, the question remains: how will the government respond to the voices of its citizens demanding change?
