List of presidents of Mozambique facts for kids
Quick facts for kids President of theRepublic of Mozambique |
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| Residence | Palácio da Ponta Vermelha, Maputo |
| Term length | 5 years, renewable once |
| Inaugural holder | Samora Machel |
| Formation | 25 June 1975 |
| Succession | President of the Assembly of the Republic |
| Salary | 46,800 USD annually |
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This article shares information about the presidents of Mozambique. The role of president was created in 1975 when Mozambique became an independent country.
The person who is currently president is Daniel Chapo. He started his first term as the fifth president of Mozambique on January 15, 2025.
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Understanding Presidential Term Limits
In Mozambique, a president can only serve for a certain amount of time. This is called a "term limit." As of 2021, the Constitution of Mozambique says that a president can serve for two terms. Each term lasts for five years. This rule helps make sure that power is shared and that new leaders can be chosen.
The first president to follow these term limits was Joaquim Chissano in 2005.
Leaders of Mozambique: A Historical Look
Mozambique has had several presidents since it became independent. These leaders have guided the country through different periods.
Presidents During the People's Republic of Mozambique (1975–1990)
This period was when Mozambique was known as the People's Republic.
Presidents of the Republic of Mozambique (1990–Present)
Since 1990, Mozambique has been known as the Republic of Mozambique.
| No. | President | Took office | Left office | Time in office | Party | Election | |
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| 1 | Samora Machel (1933–1986) |
25 June 1975 | 19 October 1986 † | 11 years, 116 days | FRELIMO | 1977 | |
| – | Political Bureau of the Central Committee of FRELIMO Acting |
19 October 1986 | 6 November 1986 | 18 days | FRELIMO | — | |
| 2 | Joaquim Chissano (born 1939) |
6 November 1986 | 1 December 1990 | 4 years, 25 days | FRELIMO | 1986 | |
| Republic of Mozambique | |||||||
| (2) | Joaquim Chissano (born 1939) |
1 December 1990 | 2 February 2005 | 14 years, 63 days | FRELIMO | 1994 1999 |
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| 3 | Armando Guebuza (born 1943) |
2 February 2005 | 15 January 2015 | 9 years, 347 days | FRELIMO | 2004 2009 |
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| 4 | Filipe Nyusi (born 1959) |
15 January 2015 | 15 January 2025 | 10 years | FRELIMO | 2014 2019 |
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| 5 | Daniel Chapo (born 1977) |
15 January 2025 | Incumbent | 155 days | FRELIMO | 2024 | |
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Timeline of Mozambican Presidents
This timeline shows when each president served. It helps you see how long each leader was in office.
Understanding the Latest Election
The president of Mozambique is chosen through a process called a general election. This is when citizens vote for the person they want to lead their country. The most recent election was the 2024 Mozambican general election.
2024 Mozambican general election
See also
In Spanish: Presidente de Mozambique para niños
- List of prime ministers of Mozambique
- List of colonial governors of Mozambique
- List of heads of the National Resistance Government of Mozambique
