Maputo- 33 Dead In Prison Riot New! May 2026

A violent prison riot in the Mozambican capital of Maputo has resulted in the deaths of 33 inmates, according to officials. The incident occurred on Tuesday at the notorious Maputo Central Prison, also known as the “Sofala Prison” or “Prison of Maputo”, which houses over 3,000 inmates, many of whom are awaiting trial.

“It was a chaotic scene,” said a witness, who wished to remain anonymous. “The prisoners were shouting and throwing stones, and the police were trying to restore order. I saw people running for their lives, and the sound of gunfire and screams filled the air.” Maputo- 33 dead in prison riot

As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the Maputo prison riot is a wake-up call for the Mozambican government to take urgent action to address the crisis in its prison system. A violent prison riot in the Mozambican capital