Mozambique Al Shabab behead 10 villagers

Security has been increased in Cabo Delgado province since attacks blamed on Islamist militants began in October. [File, AFP]

At least 10 people have been beheaded in northern Mozambique by suspected Islamist militants, officials say.

Children are reported to be among those targeted in the attack on Monjane village in Cabo Delgado province, a hub for mining and petroleum exploration.