The African island nation of São Tomé and Principe is set to hold legislative, municipal, and regional elections on September 27. Orlando da Mata, the vice-president and campaign director of the Ação Democrática Independente (ADI) party, has expressed confidence in achieving an absolute majority in the elections. According to da Mata, the party is targeting 30 deputies in the legislative assembly. He emphasized that the party's efforts and the government's work will lead to an absolute majority.
Da Mata explained that the target of 30 deputies is based on the party's assessment of the people's expectations. He highlighted that the new party leadership, under Américo Ramos, is committed to inclusivity and a change in internal politics. The ADI party is focused on addressing the needs and concerns of the São Tomé and Principe people. Da Mata's comments reflect the party's optimism about its chances in the upcoming elections.
In the event that the ADI party does not achieve an absolute majority, da Mata stated that the party would still be willing to form a government. He emphasized that if the party receives the most votes, it would demonstrate that the people still have faith in them. The party would then seek to form alliances with other parties to establish a government. This approach reflects the party's commitment to democratic principles and its willingness to work with other stakeholders.
Da Mata also responded to comments made by the former leader of the ADI party, who had called for a boycott of the elections. Da Mata expressed disappointment with the former leader's position, stating that a politician who loves their country should not discourage people from exercising their right to vote. He emphasized that the elections will take place on September 27, and a government will be formed as a result.
The ADI party has a pre-elaborated governance program for the next four years. Da Mata highlighted several key priorities, including the continuation of the country's energy stabilization project. This project includes the launch of an 11-megawatt solar power plant and the construction of a new hospital in São Tomé. The party also aims to promote economic growth through foreign investment and support for the private sector.
In addition to energy and healthcare, the ADI party's program prioritizes sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, and social security. The party's approach reflects its commitment to addressing the country's development needs. Da Mata emphasized that the party's program is designed to promote economic growth, create jobs, and improve living standards.
A total of seven parties are competing in the legislative elections, including the ADI party led by Américo Ramos. The other parties are the Movimento Cívico Independente (MCI), Nossa Terra, Basta, Partido Comunista Democrático (PCD), Movimento Democrático Força de Mudança (MDFM), and the Movimento de Libertação de São Tomé e Principe (MLSTP). The elections will take place on September 27, and the outcome will determine the country's future direction.
Key points
- The ADI party is targeting an absolute majority of 30 deputies in the legislative assembly.
- The party has a pre-elaborated governance program prioritizing energy, healthcare, and economic growth.
- A total of seven parties are competing in the legislative elections.
