South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Thursday that South Africa and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) are ready to assist Mozambique in resolving its ongoing political crisis following disputed presidential elections.
“We are closely monitoring developments in Mozambique, a valued neighbor, trading partner, and SADC member,” Ramaphosa stated in Cape Town. He emphasized that the regional bloc stands prepared to provide Mozambique with the necessary support to navigate its political challenges.
Calls for Peace and Stability
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, chairperson of the 16-member SADC, recently urged an immediate end to hostilities, which have already claimed nearly 300 lives.
Ramaphosa expressed hope for a smooth inauguration of President-elect Chapo but did not confirm whether he would attend. Last month, he dispatched Sydney Mufamadi as a special envoy to Mozambique to address the escalating violence.
Mozambican non-profits have also appealed to Ramaphosa for intervention, though the South African presidency has yet to comment on the request.