Mozambique’s Ruling Party Wins Elections Amid Nationwide Protests

Authorities Should Respond to Demonstrations by Respecting Rights

Mozambique’s election commission today declared Daniel Chapo and his ruling party Front for the Liberation of Mozambique (Frente de Libertação de Moçambique, Frelimo) winners of the country’s October 9 general elections. The elections were marred by political killings, widespread irregularities, and restrictions on freedom of expression and assembly.

International observers, including the African Union, European Union, and the…