Islamist insurgency: Mozambique and Total to create 'joint task force' to protect LNG operations

Memorandum will see Total offer logistics support and government provide troops, while sources suggest Mayotte could play a role

Security: Afungi is set to be protected by a joint task force after Total and Maputo sign memorandum — Security: Afungi is set to be protected by a joint task force after Total and Maputo sign memorandumPhoto: TOTAL

Iain Esau

London

Mozambique Cabo Delgado Mayotte Pemba Mozambique LNG

Published 24 August 2020, 13:36Updated 24 August 2020, 16:58