Abstract
The Commonwealth Observer Group joined the international community in condemning this heavy-handed response, urging restraint and calm. While political conciliation efforts continue, the alarming escalation of violence and the persistent use of force in the Mozambican electoral context are deeply troubling. This dynamic not only strains state–citizen relations and undermines trust in the security apparatus – particularly in a country grappling with broader security challenges – but also deepens the sense of disenchantment among younger voters. Overall, the 2024 elections in Mozambique reveal an entrenched pattern of incumbency and reinforce the urgent need for comprehensive electoral reform to restore public trust and ensure future elections are genuinely democratic and peaceful.
| Original language | English |
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| Place of Publication | London |
| Publisher | Commonwealth Secretariat |
| Number of pages | 115 |
| Publication status | Published - 30 Sept 2025 |
