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The law sets three main objectives for constitutional reform: restructuring the state, depoliticising institutions, and decentralising political, economic, and financial power. Key changes will include modifications to presidential authority and the governance framework.
Mozambique’s parliament has unanimously approved a new law aimed at fostering national dialogue and political reconciliation. This marked a significant step toward restoring stability in the country. The legislation is part of a broader peace agreement signed on March 5 between President Daniel Chapo and all political parties.
The law sets three main objectives for constitutional reform: restructuring the state, depoliticising institutions, and decentralising political, economic, and financial power. Key changes will include modifications to presidential authority and the governance framework.
The proposed law received overwhelming support from all four parliamentary benches, with the ruling Mozambique Liberation Front (Frelimo) emphasising its role in strengthening democracy.
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Some of the opposition parties expressed concerns about the timing and intent behind the initiative. The Democratic Movement of Mozambique (MDM) welcomed the law but criticized the government for acting too late. Podemos, the second-largest opposition party, termed the agreement a turning point and a gesture of reconciliation, urging the government to ensure inclusivity and institutional conflict resolution.
