Mozambique’s political parties are set to sign an agreement on Wednesday to work together in finding stability in the country, President Daniel Chapo has announced.
Speaking after a meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in Cape Town on Tuesday, Chapo said the agreement aims to foster political, economic and social stability in Mozambique.
The agreement will be signed at a ceremony in Maputo on Wednesday, with civil society organisations, religious bodies and diplomats in attendance.
“Tomorrow, we will meet with the opposition to sign an agreement on talks about the many issues impacting our country, including discussions on our electoral laws,” said Chapo who became Mozambique’s fifth post-independence president following disputed elections held in October 2024.
The opposition parties involved in the dialogue are those represented in Mozambique’s parliament, and in municipal and provincial assemblies.
However, Venâncio Mondlane, the candidate who came second in last year’s presidential election, has been excluded from the dialogue as he does not lead any political party.
President Ramaphosa on Tuesday welcomed Chapo at his official residence, Genadendal, in Cape Town.
The visit aims to strengthen political cooperation at bilateral, regional, continental and global levels.
Ramaphosa said the discussions focused on enhancing cooperation and strengthening state institutions.
“We came together to continue strengthening the bonds between our two countries and how we can turn a new page of cooperation at a political, diplomatic, and economic level,” Ramaphosa said.
He added that the discussions also focused on creating a conducive environment for businesses to operate in both countries.
The relationship between South Africa and Mozambique is deeply rooted in a shared historical struggle against apartheid and colonialism.
This bond is further enriched by familial connections and cultural similarities that unite the two nations.
Currently, South African companies have invested between R155 billion (about US$8.3 billion) and R175 billion in Mozambique, creating more than 42,000 job opportunities.
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