Mozambique on Wednesday inaugurated a new president, Daniel Chapo, in front of a heavily guarded audience of dignitaries in the capital, Maputo after weeks of violent demonstrations over the fiercely disputed election results.

Daniel Chapo was sworn in as Mozambique’s president as opposition leaders threatened a “national strike” following months of protests over last year’s disputed election. His first task will be to quell the widespread civil unrest that has left at least 300 people dead after clashes with police.

President-elect Daniel Chapo promised to unite Mozambique at his swearing-in ceremony Wednesday, which took place under heavy guard. Opposition supporters continue to protest against what they