Mozambicans eager for a return to normalcy post-election: Video
Despite the fierce and tense nature of the elections, Mozambique experienced a peaceful process.
Although the results have not yet been announced, the current mood in the country suggests that citizens are hopeful for continued peace and a return to normalcy.
In contrast to the uncertainties, violence, and turmoil that have marred several general elections around the world this year, Mozambique remains calm.
"I hope that there will be no violence and that life goes back to normal, as it has always been," said Takito Joao.
Mozambique began counting votes on Wednesday, October 9, following tense presidential and parliamentary elections, expected to allow the ruling Frelimo party to extend its 49-year hold on power.
Vote tallying commenced shortly after polling stations closed at 6:00 pm local time (1600 GMT), with initial results anticipated in about two weeks.
Projections ahead of the polls indicate that the ruling Frelimo party is likely to retain its grip on power.
President Filipe Nyusi is concluding his tenure after two terms, with Daniel Chapo set to succeed him as the party's candidate. Frelimo, which has governed Mozambique since its independence from Portugal in 1975, first allowed elections in 1994.
Since then, the party has consistently faced allegations of election rigging from opponents and observers, accusations it firmly denies.
