Trial of Angolan activist Rafael Marques kicks off
The first audience was marked by the absence of the accusation lawyer.
The activist is being sued due to an article he published in his online newspaper “Maka Angola”, in which he raised suspicion of corruption involving the then Attorney General, João Maria de Sousa.
In the article the activist denounces an alleged illegal business conducted by the former Attorney General, involving a three hectares land located in Porto Amboim, central Cuanza Sul Province, allegedly for the construction of a condominium.
The magistrate says the process is to clear up his good name, honour and dignity.
Another Angolan journalist, Mariano Brás is also being accused after publishing the same article in his newspaper.
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