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Mozambique Elections: CPLP calls for calm and offers support for peace
8:36 CAT | 24 Dec 2024
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The Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) urged the parties involved in Mozambique’s electoral process to “act with calm and responsibility” and expressed its willingness to support initiatives promoting peace and stability.
In a statement, the CPLP’s rotating presidency, held by São Tomé and Príncipe, stated it is monitoring the definitive results announced by Mozambique’s Constitutional Council (CC), which confirmed Daniel Chapo as the President-elect. It also acknowledged the recent events marked by protests and violence following the October 9 elections.
The CC proclaimed Daniel Chapo, the candidate supported by the Mozambique Liberation Front (Frelimo), as the winner of the presidential election with 65.17% of the votes, succeeding Filipe Nyusi.
The lusophone organization appealed to “all parties involved to act with calm and responsibility, prioritizing constructive dialogue as the most effective way to overcome differences and promote stability.”
“Given the strong historical, cultural, and friendly ties with the Mozambican people, the CPLP expresses its solidarity with all citizens during this sensitive moment,” the statement added.
The CPLP also expressed its readiness to “support initiatives that promote peace, stability, and democratic values.”
According to the proclamation, Venâncio Mondlane received 24.19% of the votes, Ossufo Momade 6.62%, and Lutero Simango 4.02%.
While the proclamation ruling was being read, protesters supporting Venâncio Mondlane were already demonstrating in the streets, setting tires on fire.
This announcement by the CC confirms the victory of Daniel Chapo, a 47-year-old lawyer and current secretary-general of Frelimo, first announced on October 24 by the National Election Commission (CNE), at which time his vote share was reported as 70.67%.
The CNE’s announcement triggered nearly two months of violent demonstrations and strikes, led by presidential candidate Venâncio Mondlane, who rejected the results. These protests resulted in at least 130 deaths during clashes with the police.
Source: Lusa
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