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Rafael Marques de Morais

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Anti-corruption writer Marques has faced threats for over twenty years. He was previously imprisoned for exposing corruption under former President José Eduardo dos Santos. Changes in Angola’s political leadership have led to more support for Marques’ writing; however, incumbent politicians continue harbor resentment and leverage charges against Marques. Despite receiving a civil merit medal from President João Lourenço, some government officials maintain hostility, as evidenced by a 2018 incident delaying his meeting with the president.