Six candidates vie for Cape Verde presidency
One candidate claims divine calling, another faces harsh criticism.
Six candidates are competing for the presidency of Cape Verde, with the election scheduled for November 15. One candidate has stated a divine calling motivates his campaign, while the incumbent faces severe verbal attacks from opponents.
The incumbent president has been subjected to harsh criticism, with one opponent even promising his "execution" after a constitutional review. Another candidate, Gilson, has made statements that are interpreted as reflecting a deep illness within the country.
The article also notes that a major concern for public prosecutors, seen as guardians of legality, is the potential loss of salary gains, as expressed by their union president. The author questions whether the humiliations faced by candidates are compensated by victory.
Why it mattersSix candidates are vying for the presidency of Cape Verde, affecting the nation's political leadership.