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Contaminated Beer Causes Mass Poisoning in Mozambique

At a funeral in Mozambique, beer contaminated with Burkholderia gladioli led to a mass poisoning incident that left 75 people dead and over 230 individuals ill. The event occurred during a traditional funeral gathering, where attendees consumed the tainted beverage. Initial investigations pointed to the use of local ingredients for brewing, which had been compromised. This tragic incident cast a spotlight on food safety and public health practices in Mozambique.

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