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International observers had expressed concern about the elections’ conduct. Some of them have complained that they were not allowed to enter the counting stations by the election authorities
Mozambique remains tense after a contentious election. Supporters of opposition candidate Venancio Mondlane have been staging rallies denouncing the results of the presidential election, which declared the ruling party’s Daniel Chapo as the winner.
The protestors blocked roads and burned tires. Police responded by firing tear gas. Mondlane accused election authorities and the ruling FRELIMO party of fraud and manipulation. Two opposition figures close to Mondlane were killed and dozens have been injured. The police detain a large number of people.
Importantly, Daniel Chapo is sending signals to the opposition party leaders for a discussion to restore peace in the country. In the meantime, international observers had expressed concern about the elections’ conduct. Some of them have complained that they were not allowed to enter the counting stations by the election authorities.
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Chapo obtained over 70% of the votes while his opponents were trailing way behind.
