Mozambican opposition leader Venancio Mondlane was questioned for 10 hours by prosecutors on Tuesday, without being informed of the charges against him.
Speaking from Maputo, Mondlane, who claims victory in the controversial October election, revealed he had been placed under judicial supervision.
Mondlane, a former TV commentator, expressed frustration over the lack of clarity in the investigation.
He stated, “Unfortunately, we spent all those hours without me being able to say what I was accused of.”
Under the conditions of judicial supervision, Mondlane is restricted in his movements.
He cannot leave his home for more than five days without notifying authorities.
The October election was marred by irregularities, according to several international observer missions.
The contested vote led to over two months of protests and blockades, which resulted in more than 300 deaths.
The prosecutors questioned Mondlane about the demonstrations, accusations of incitement to violence, and the damage caused to the economy.
Supporters gathered outside the building during the questioning but were dispersed by police using tear gas.
The situation escalated last week when police used live ammunition to break up a march by Mondlane’s supporters, injuring at least 14 people, according to civil society group Plataforma Decide.
