A simple post made this afternoon by the former president of the Republic of Mozambique, Armando Emílio Guebuza, it turned into a veritable wave of nostalgia on social media. Internet users, especially young people, flooded the comments section with messages expressing I miss the time when Guebuza led the country., between February 2005 and January 15, 2015.
Reactions varied, but the general tone was of appreciation and recognition for his 10 years in office. Comments such as “"Father, return to power. The young man we have is president of a certain group, the people are emaciated, without food or water."” or “"I miss it. I only miss it. This generation... Talk to Lula, give him advice, and come back."”, These findings reflect a collective feeling of frustration with the current situation in the country.
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Other internet users were more direct, classifying Guebuza as “"the best president"”, or by stating: “"We were happy and we didn't know it, Grandpa Guebuza."” One message that stood out read: “"The only one who had and has the profile of a president of the Republic; please, run again."”
Although she did not publicly respond to the comments, the post provoked a reaction. heated debate on leadership, governance and the current conditions of the country. Many recalled the times of increased public investment, economic growth, and housing and infrastructure programs launched during his term.
This episode demonstrates the The power of social media as a barometer of public opinion., ...as well as the lasting impact that certain political figures continue to exert even out of power. It remains to be seen whether Armando Guebuza himself, now retired from active politics, will comment on or react to the expressions of support and nostalgia from the population.
