Zoleka Qodashe24 December 2024 | 14:40

Mozambique violent protests: Lamola encourages 'urgent dialogue' for stability

This follows Monday’s confirmation of October’s electoral outcome by the Constitutional Council in the neighbouring country that confirmed Frelimo's victory and Daniel Chapo as the president.

Mozambique violent protests: Lamola encourages 'urgent dialogue' for stability

Department of International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola. Picture: @RonaldLamola on X

JOHANNESBURG - International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola has expressed concern over the eruption of violent protests in Mozambique.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, he noted South Africa's readiness to help stabilise Mozambique.

This follows Monday’s confirmation of October’s electoral outcome by the Constitutional Council in the neighbouring country that confirmed Frelimo's victory and Daniel Chapo as the president.

Chapo secured 65% of the votes, a revision from the initial result of almost 71%.

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Frelimo has held onto power for 50 years in Mozambique.

There have been threats of protest against a Frelimo victory after the Constitutional Council review of the country's October elections.

At the time, Mozambique saw widespread protests following the declaration of election results.

Lamola has called for restraint and for all parties to engage in dialogue to find a solution to the crisis.

"South Africa calls on all parties to commit to an urgent dialogue that will heal the country and set it on a new political and developmental trajectory. Furthermore, South Africa is ready to assist Mozambique in any manner to facilitate this dialogue.

"The South African government will continue working with SADC [Southern African Democratic Community] and other multilateral agencies in supporting a lasting solution to the current impasse," said Lamola.