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Title:Mozambique: a successful conflict resolution?
Author:Sinjela, MpaziISNI
Year:1996
Periodical:African Yearbook of International Law
Volume:4
Pages:37-49
Language:English
Geographic term:Mozambique
Subjects:civil wars
peace treaties
UN
Abstract:The elections held in Mozambique on 27 October 1994 were the final stage of the process that marked the end of the bitter civil conflict which had engulfed the country since its decolonization from Portuguese rule in 1974. Following the successful mediation of the conflict by a Catholic charity known as Sant'Egidio Community, the Government of Mozambique and Renamo signed the General Peace Agreement for Mozambique in Rome on 4 October 1992. The peace accord provided for United Nations involvement in the implementation of the various aspects of the peace process. Amongst others, the UN was to monitor the demilitarization process, provide humanitarian assistance, organize the repatriation of refugees and monitor the elections. Factors which contributed to the success of the peace process in Mozambique were the strong commitment to peace and reconciliation demonstrated by the Mozambican people and their leaders; the political pragmatism shown by the parties to the General Peace Agreement; the clarity of the UN Operation in Mozambique (Onumoz) mandate and the consistent support provided by the Security Council; and the international community's significant political, financial and technical support. Notes, ref.
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