title: List of heads of the National Resistance Government of Mozambique
text: # List of heads of the National Resistance Government of Mozambique
  
  The National Resistance Government of Mozambique was in place from the start of the civil war against the central government of Mozambique in 1975 until an accord was reached with the government on 9 October 1992.
  
  ## Affiliations
  
  The incumbents held affiliations with the conservative political group in Mozambique. This group, the Mozambican National Resistance, was named Resistencia Nacional Moçambicana (MNR) from 1975 to 1978. After 1978, this changed to Resistencia Nacional Moçambicana (RENAMO).
  
  ## Timeline
  
  The following shows each incumbent of the National Resistance Government of Mozambique, the term year, their political affiliation, and additional notes. Dates given in italics indicate de facto continuation of office.
  
  | Term | Incumbent | Affiliation | Notes |
  | - | - | - | - |
  | 1975 | start of civil war against the central government | | |
  | 1975 to 1978 | André Matsangaissa, Chairman | MNR | |
  | 1978 to 1987 | Afonso Dhlakama, Chairman | RENAMO | 1981: occupation of majority of the interior of Mozambique |
  | 1987 to 9 October 1992 | Afonso Dhlakama, President of National Council | RENAMO | 7 August 1992: Truce signed with the government of Mozambique |
  | 9 October 1992 | Accord with the government; end of civil war | | |
  