Streets in capital Maputo looked deserted with shops closed either in protest or fear of violence as Daniel Chapo begins 5-year term

Mozambique's opposition politician Venancio Mondlane continues to challenge the result of October's presidential election, even as the ruling Frelimo party's candidate, Daniel Chapo, is being sworn in as the country's next president.

Mozambique's new President Daniel Chapo has been sworn in at a low-key ceremony in the capital, Maputo, that was marred by an opposition boycott following heavily disputed elections. Most businesses in Maputo were shut and the streets largely deserted after defeated presidential candidate Venâncio Mondlane called for a national strike in protest.

The inauguration follows months of unrest sparked by disputed election results, with an NGO reporting over 300 fatalities linked to post-election violence. In his oath of office, Chapo, 48, pledged to uphold the Constitution,

Daniel Chapo was sworn in as Mozambique's president amid violent protests over his disputed election victory. The opposition claims vote-rigging, and protests have taken a deadly toll. Chapo promised governmental reform and prioritization of health and education.

Mozambique: Daniel Chapo was sworn as president Wednesday in Maputo following months of post-election violence. He said social and political stability is a "top priority" for his government. The opposition claims the October vote was rigged.

Daniel Chapo of Mozambique's long-ruling Frelimo party was sworn in as president on Wednesday at a sparsely attended ceremony, as the death toll from months of protests against his disputed election victory climbed.

Mozambique's new president Daniel Chapo vowed to unite the country Wednesday upon taking the oath of office under heavy guard following weeks of deadly political unrest.