Mozambique has begun counting votes from its recent presidential and parliamentary elections, which are expected to reaffirm the ruling Frelimo party's dominance since 1975. Outgoing President Filipe Nyusi, who is stepping down after two terms, urged for calm and patience as concerns about electoral fraud have emerged from opposition leaders, particularly Venancio Mondlane. The elections, which saw participation from over 17 million registered voters, occurred against a backdrop of poverty and ongoing jihadist violence impacting the northern regions of the country. Observers from the Commonwealth have been deployed to ensure the election's credibility, and preliminary findings are expected shortly. Despite a peaceful voting process, analysts remain skeptical about potential disputes during the vote tallying phase, which could lead to protests similar to those seen after past elections. The full results are anticipated within two weeks, as the nation hopes for a shift in governance amidst calls for change.