Mozambique Gears for General Elections

A carnival atmosphere has characterised election campaigns in Mozambique as political parties woo the electorate for votes in the 9 October general elections.

Over 14 million people have registered to vote in the polls in which Mozambicans will elect a new president, parliamentarians and provincial representatives.

More than 36 political parties are participating in the polls at different levels according to Mozambique’s National Electoral Commission (CNE).

The election campaign season opened on…