Gilson Alves, during a campaign event in Assomada, urged young voters to support him in promoting a 'great turnaround' in Cabo Verde, emphasizing the need for an alternative to José Maria Neves's presidency. He highlighted the opportunity for voters to choose 'something different' and initiate a 'third republic' with increased youth participation in democracy. Alves noted a growing enthusiasm among voters, particularly in the southern region, for the nationalistic ideas he has introduced. He expressed hope that this enthusiasm would spread to the northern populations. As part of his campaign proposals, he mentioned the desire to establish a research center for HIV in Cabo Verde, drawing from his previous research experience in Japan. Six candidates, including Alves, are competing for the presidency in the elections scheduled for November 15.