### [2026-05-17](/feed/2026/05/17/index.md)

##### 2026 Cape Verdean parliamentary election
# The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), led by Francisco Carvalho, wins the most seats at the National Assembly. 




### Sources:

1. [DW](https://www.dw.com/pt-002/elei%C3%A7%C3%B5es-em-cabo-verde-paicv-reclama-maioria-absoluta-e-l%C3%ADder-do-mpd-demite-se/a-77193204)

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