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HARARE, Nov.10 (Xinhua) – Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa said Tuesday that he was shocked by recent acts of terrorism in Mozambique and vowed to help the eastern neighbor in any way possible to counter the activities.
“These barbaric acts must be eradicated wherever they are found,” he tweeted.
“Zimbabwe is ready to help in any way we can. The security of our region is paramount for the protection of our people,” he said.
Reports from Mozambique said suspected militants beheaded at least 20 people in the northeast of the country last week.
At least five adults and 15 children were participating in a male initiation ceremony when insurgents linked to the Islamic State attacked them.
The militants also attacked several nearby villages, looting and burning houses before retreating into the mountains.
The insurgency has been going on in Cabo Delgado province and militants have stepped up the offensive in recent months.
More than 2,000 people have died and at least 400,000 others have been displaced in the growing insurgency. Final product
