The Mozambican Constitutional Council has confirmed Daniel Chapo of the Frelimo party as the winner of the October elections, despite widespread protests and allegations of rigging by the opposition. The announcement has sparked fears of further unrest in Maputo, as the opposition leader vows to continue demonstrations.
The Mozambican Constitutional Council has declared Daniel Chapo of the Frelimo party as the winner of the disputed October elections. Maputo has seen massive protests after the poll.
The Mozambican Constitutional Council is the final arbiter in the country’s elections. However, the opposition leader Venancio Mondlane has called for five days of demonstrations.
ELECTIONS PROTESTS MOZAMBIQUE FRELIMO CONSTITUTIONAL COUNCIL
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