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Cape Verde could make election history with first female president

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Briefings

Cape Verde is scheduled to hold an election on Sunday where the country could appoint its first female president. Justice Minister Joana Rosa is challenging incumbent José Maria Neves, who has served as the fifth president since independence from Portugal in 1975.

Key points

• Cape Verde is scheduled to hold an election on Sunday where the country could appoint its first female president.
• Justice Minister Joana Rosa is challenging incumbent José Maria Neves, who has served as the fifth president since independence from Portugal in 1975.

Context

Cape Verde is an African island nation facing a historic election where the first female leader could be appointed. The incumbent, José Maria Neves, has led the country for five terms since gaining independence from Portugal in 1975.

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Evidence covers only the election date and the specific challengers involved. No data on voter turnout, polling results, or historical context of previous female leadership is provided.

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