Our World (2007)
S15E21 Mozambique: Escape from Palma
Episode Overview
In March of this year, Islamist militants launched an attack on the bustling town of Palma, located in northern Mozambique. The aftermath was marked by confusion and violence, as numerous locals and foreign contractors attempted to escape on foot or by boat. Others sought safety within a hotel compound, hoping for rescue. Using powerful firsthand accounts and mobile phone videos, Catherine Byaruhanga shares the remarkable tales of individuals trapped in the chaos, struggling to survive as the insurgents advanced.