7 campaign moves on the record. Amado made 2 of them.
What was said, where, to whom, and why it matters. Every block below is one sourced event, coloured by candidate. Tap a candidate to follow their trail.
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Constitutional Court admits five candidacies and rejects five others for Cabo Verde 2026 presidential election
As reportedBy dispatch of 21 September, the Constitutional Court admitted five candidacies (Gilson Alves, Joana Amado, José Maria Neves, Antero Tavares, Casimiro Pina), rejected five others including Loisito Tavares de Sousa, and accepted a withdrawal by Péricles Tavares; rejected candidates had 24 hours to appeal.
Why it matters. This ruling formally shaped the field of admitted candidates for the 15 November 2026 election and opened a 24-hour appeal window for rejected candidacies.
Constitutional Court validates Loisito Sousa's candidacy on appeal; ballot order for all six candidates announced
As reportedThe Constitutional Court explained that during initial review, five declarations from Ribeira Brava had not been identified; after appeal the process was validated. The ballot order is: Antero Tavares, Casimiro Pina, José Maria Neves, Gilson Alves, Joana Rosa, Loisito Sousa.
Why it matters. Confirms the final six-candidate field and official ballot order for the 15 November 2026 election, closing the candidacy admission process.
Tribunal Constitucional admits Loisito Tavares de Sousa's candidacy after initial rejection, bringing total to six candidates
As reportedThe Constitutional Court, in Acórdão n.º 80/2026 of 24 September, reversed the earlier rejection of Loisito Tavares de Sousa's candidacy, confirming that five supporting declarations from Ribeira Brava had been filed on 16 September, giving him 1,014 valid subscriptions and satisfying the territorial distribution requirement.
Why it matters. The ruling expands the field from five to six admitted candidates for the 15 November presidential election, reversing a prior eligibility decision.
Joana Rosa formally launches candidacy, becoming first woman in Cabo Verde presidential race
As reportedJoana Rosa pledged that as president she would focus on proximity to citizens, bridging institutions, and safeguarding the Constitution and the Rule of Law, stating the president will be at the forefront of the country's development process.
Why it matters. Joana Rosa is the first woman to contest the Cabo Verde presidency; she holds MpD backing and positions herself on institutional stability ahead of the 15 November vote.
Gilson Alves files complaint with CNE accusing José Maria Neves of improper use of public resources
As reportedGilson Alves filed a formal complaint with the Comissão Nacional de Eleições (CNE) alleging that candidate José Maria Neves made improper use of public assets and violated the principle of equality among candidates.
Why it matters. The complaint challenges Neves's compliance with campaign conduct rules and could affect the standing of the frontrunner in the 15 November presidential race.
José Maria Neves launches re-election bid, pledges 'Cabo Verde 2050' forum and youth convention
Anfiteatro da Assembleia Nacional, Praia · To Jornalistas e público presente no evento de apresentação da candidatura
As reportedNeves pledged, if re-elected, to organise a 'Cabo Verde 2050' forum to discuss the country's future and challenges across the islands and diaspora, and to convene a youth convention involving the whole diaspora and islands to gather dreams and proposals for public policy.
Why it matters. Neves formally launched his candidacy for a second term, presenting his experience and signature policy proposals as the main distinctions from rival candidates ahead of the 15 November election.
Joana Rosa publicly launches presidential candidacy at National Assembly amphitheatre
Anfiteatro da Assembleia Nacional, Praia · To Jornalistas e público presente na cerimónia de apresentação pública da candidatura
As reportedJoana Rosa pediu que seja avaliada pela competência e não apenas por ser a primeira mulher candidata, propôs ser 'uma presidente de proximidade', criar pontes entre poderes e sociedade civil, e um fórum para debate dos problemas da juventude.
Why it matters. Joana Rosa é a primeira mulher a candidatar-se à presidência em Cabo Verde; a cerimónia de lançamento oficial definiu os pilares da sua plataforma de campanha e o apoio do partido MpD.
