Venancio Mondlane, Mozambique’s leading opposition figure, endured ten hours of questioning by prosecutors Tuesday.
He stated he was not informed of the specific accusations against him. Mondlane, who claims victory in the contested October election, revealed he has been placed under judicial supervision.
Speaking in Maputo, Mondlane explained, “We spent all those hours without me being able to say what I was accused of.”
He added, “I can’t move without notifying the prosecutor’s office, I can’t leave my house for more than five days.”
The October election, marred by alleged irregularities, sparked widespread protests, resulting in over 300 deaths.
“Naturally, (the prosecutors) asked a lot of questions,” Mondlane noted, citing inquiries about demonstrations, incitement to violence, and economic damage.
His supporters gathered outside the interrogation site, but police dispersed them with tear gas.
Last week, police used live ammunition against a Mondlane supporter march, injuring at least 14.
Mondlane, who recently formed the Anamalala party after splitting with Podemos, disputes official election results.
Official figures credit President Daniel Chapo of Frelimo with 65% of the vote, and Mondlane with 24%.
However, Mondlane asserts he won 53%, challenging Frelimo’s long-standing rule.