Fighting occurred after a large group of militants arrived in an area. They were pursued by government forces, resulting in clashes and casualties. The militants split into smaller groups as they tried to move through the region.

Government forces continued to engage them, blocking their movement in some areas. A smaller group of militants was able to move into a neighboring area on August 31. Further details about the conflict are available from the Mozambique Conflict Monitor Update.

The update provides information about the movements and actions of the militants and government forces.