President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique will sign a state reform agreement with political parties on 5 March, as part of ongoing efforts to address unrest following contested elections. The agreement aims to reach consensus among various political entities and alleviate the crisis that has led to widespread protests. The signing event will occur at the Joaquim Chissano International Conference Centre in the capital.
Mozambique’s President, Daniel Chapo, announced that an agreement on state reforms will be signed on 5 March. This agreement, reached with complete consensus among political parties, aims to address the ongoing post-election political dialogue following the contested October elections. President Chapo made this statement after a session with various political entities to resolve the crisis.
The signing ceremony is scheduled for 3 p.m. local time at the Joaquim Chissano International Conference Centre in the capital. Apart from parliament members such as Podemos, Renamo, and the MDM, representatives from other political parties attended, to learn about the document’s contents.
Chapo indicated that constitutional revisions are under consideration as part of this dialogue, which includes four additional parties from provincial assemblies. Since the elections in October, Mozambique has experienced significant unrest, led by former presidential candidate Venâncio Mondlane, who disputes the official electoral results and the victory of the governing party, Frelimo.
Protests have persisted, albeit in reduced numbers, with citizens expressing concerns over the electoral outcome, the increasing cost of living, and various social issues. Reportedly, at least 353 individuals have lost their lives during the protests, with injuries totaling approximately 3,500, according to monitoring group Plataforma Eleitoral Decide. The government has officially acknowledged the deaths of at least 80 people and significant property damage during the demonstrations.
In summary, President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique has set a date for the signing of a state reform agreement as part of ongoing political dialogue to resolve issues stemming from the contentious election results from October. With widespread unrest and severe social challenges in the country, the agreement is hoped to facilitate political stability and address public grievances.
Original Source: clubofmozambique.com
