He was born on January 17, 1974, in Lichinga, the capital of Niassa province in northern Mozambique, a land of resistance and deep roots. From an early age, Venâncio proved to be more than just an ordinary citizen: a visionary determined to change the course of his country through the power of words, action, and authenticity.

Holding a degree in Forestry Engineering from Eduardo Mondlane University, he began his professional journey in the environmental and financial fields, having worked for companies such as SGS and Millennium BIM. But it was in the social and political arena that his voice became impossible to ignore.

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In the 1990s, he founded the Jovens Solidários (Solidarity Youth) movement and created cultural spaces such as the Édipos group and the Oficina Artístico-Literária (Artistic-Literary Workshop), promoting art, literature, and social awareness. He established himself as a commentator and columnist in various media outlets, where his courage in denouncing injustices drew national attention.

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He officially entered politics in 2013 with the MDM party, running for mayor of Maputo with significant results. In 2015, he was elected federal deputy. Later, in 2018, he joined RENAMO, remaining one of the most active and unsettling voices in the Mozambican parliament. In 2023, he ran again for mayor of Maputo – winning parallel counts with over 55%, but was the target of a widely denounced electoral manipulation process.

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In 2024, he launched his independent presidential campaign, supported by the PODEMOS party and the CAD coalition, mobilizing crowds, especially among young people. He faced persecution, censorship, death threats, and lived in exile for months, until his triumphant return to Mozambique on January 9, 2025, where he was enthusiastically received by thousands of supporters.

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But Venâncio is more than just politics. He is a symbol of resistance, authenticity, and expression. In 2024, he joined an international team specializing in prestigious European brands to bring a new project to life: VM7 – a clothing and accessories brand that exudes African identity, courage, and style with a European finish.

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VM7 was officially launched in Portugal on July 5, 2025, reflecting a lifetime of struggle, purpose, and vision. More than fashion, VM7 is attitude, it's revolution, it's culture worn on the skin.