Cape Verde President Favored to Win Second Term

Cape Verde President Jose Maria Neves is widely expected to secure a second term in Sunday elections. His victory would consolidate government control for the ruling party following its legislative win earlier this year.

FILE PHOTO: People drive past presidential campaign billboards for Cape Verde’s president Jose Maria Neves and presidential candidate Joana Rosa in Praia, Cape Verde, November 12, 2026. REUTERS/Danilson Sequeira/File Photo

Cape Verde President José Maria Neves is expected to secure a second term on Sunday, cementing legislative control for the island nation's oldest political party. The election follows a legislative victory earlier this year that positioned the governing party for expanded authority. Situated 600 km west of mainland Africa, the former Portuguese colony is home to 500,000 residents.