Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo is set to officially launch the public consultation phase of the Inclusive National Dialogue on Wednesday, marking a pivotal step toward fostering nationwide participation in governance and promoting reconciliation.
In a statement late Tuesday, Chapo’s office said the launch followed a consensus reached in August between the government and political parties that signed the Political Commitment for an Inclusive National Dialogue earlier this year.
The consultations would engage citizens across all levels – district, provincial and national – as well as Mozambican communities abroad.
Civil society, academia and political actors are expected to contribute to shaping reforms aimed at strengthening democratic institutions and resolving long-standing grievances.
Chapo has positioned the dialogue as a tool to heal divisions and prevent future unrest, particularly in the wake of the disputed October 2024 general elections.
The polls were marred by allegations of fraud and post-election violence, with opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane claiming victory and demanding a recount of votes.
The Constitutional Council declined to order a recount, leaving the controversy unresolved and deepening public mistrust in electoral processes.
The dialogue is grounded in legislation passed by the Assembly of the Republic earlier this year, transforming the March 2025 agreement into law.
While most signatories are smaller parties, the government has extended invitations to broader stakeholders, including Mondlane’s National Alliance for a Free and Autonomous Mozambique (ANAMOLA).
