Presidential Decree No. 11/2020 on the Declaration of State of Emergency for reasons of public disaster throughout the national territory. Country/Territory Mozambique Document type Regulation Date 2020 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject General Keyword Public health Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Use restrictions Hazards Geographical area Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Least Developed Countries Entry into force notes This Presidential Decree enters into force on the day of its publication. Abstract This Presidential Decree declares the State of Emergency for reasons of public disaster throughout the national territory. The state of emergency lasts 30 days, starting on 1 April 2020 and ending on 30 April 2020. This period may be amended, establishing restrictive measures to limit the rights, freedoms and guarantees, and authorizing the Council of Ministers to take administrative execution measures, establishing essential services and regulating the crime of disobedience and the obligation to collaborate. Full text Portuguese Website www.legis-palop.org