AGP Executive Report

Mozambique Security: Suspected insurgents attacked a hunting camp near the Niassa Special Reserve, northern Mozambique, burning the site and prompting evacuation of at least three Americans; reports of fatalities and possible civilian abductions remain unconfirmed, while the US State Department has warned travellers away from the reserve. Regional Trade & Connectivity: Eswatini Railways showcased a joint logistics push at the Eswatini International Trade Fair, featuring Mozambique’s CFM alongside South Africa’s Transnet Freight Rail and Transnet Engineering to promote integrated cross-border rail solutions. Water Diplomacy: A Global Ambassadors’ Forum for Water and Economic Diplomacy was launched at World Water Week 2026, with Mozambique among participating countries, aiming to mobilise support for water investment and cooperation. Mozambique Business & Exports: Former Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi visited Tanzania’s FACIM 2026 pavilion, highlighting “Made in Tanzania” products and the role of streamlined customs in boosting trade between the two countries. Southern Africa Tourism: South Africa’s tourism recovery stayed strong in the first half of 2026, reaching about 5.6 million arrivals, with Mozambique among key SADC contributors.

Mozambique Security: Suspected insurgents attacked a hunting camp near the Niassa Special Reserve, with at least three Americans evacuated after the site was burned; reports of fatalities and possible abductions were unconfirmed, and Mozambique’s military responded. Cabo Delgado Children: President Daniel Chapo urged an end to terrorism in Cabo Delgado, saying peace and security are essential to protect children’s schooling and well-being, alongside calls to tackle early pregnancies. Public Communication: Mozambique’s press office (GABINFO) says modernising media is urgent for more inclusive public communication in the digital era, especially for people outside major cities. Insurance for Growth: Chapo told Mozambique’s insurance sector to do more than insure risks—arguing insurers should help finance national development in areas like roads, housing, industry, energy and agriculture. Regional Water Diplomacy: Mozambique participated in the launch of the Global Ambassadors’ Forum for Water and Economic Diplomacy, aimed at boosting water investment and cooperation. Trade & Investment: Brazil and Mozambique moved to deepen economic ties at FACIM, with a focus on investment, technology transfer and local production capacity. Sports: Mozambique’s fixtures are set for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, including Senegal vs Mozambique and Mozambique vs Sudan in the opening matchdays.

Insurgency in Niassa: At least three Americans were evacuated after suspected insurgents attacked and burned a hunting camp near the Niassa Special Reserve, with reports of missing staff and no confirmed fatalities, as Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado-linked violence continues to spill into protected areas. Regional security diplomacy: Nigeria’s Tinubu, through Defence Minister Bello Matawalle, congratulated São Tomé’s President Carlos Manuel Vila Nova and pledged deeper cooperation on maritime security and the Joint Development Zone, alongside trade and investment. Mozambique’s economic planning gap: Mozambique’s National Statistics Institute says agricultural production data for 2021–2025 has gaps and inconsistent sources, making it harder to set and judge farming policies. Fuel corridor upgrade: Zimbabwe and Mozambique began Phase II upgrades to the Beira-Feruka pipeline, aiming to raise pumping capacity from 3 million to 5 million cubic metres per year by end-2027 to build a regional fuel buffer. Business and trade push: Brazil and Mozambique moved to deepen ties at FACIM, with a focus on investment, technology transfer and local production partnerships. Digital infrastructure funding: WIOCC secured $300m to expand Africa’s digital backbone, including data centres and fibre and new subsea cable assets.

Insurgency Fallout in Cabo Delgado: At least three Americans were evacuated after suspected insurgents attacked and burned a hunting camp near Niassa Special Reserve, with Mozambique’s military responding; reports of fatalities remain unconfirmed. Regional Energy Security: Mozambique and Zimbabwe broke ground on Phase II of the Beira-Feruka pipeline expansion, aiming to lift pumping capacity from 3 million to 5 million cubic metres a year by end-2027 to create a fuel buffer for SADC. Trade and Industry at FACIM: Former President Filipe Nyusi visited Tanzania’s pavilion at FACIM 2026, highlighting “Made in Tanzania” products and the role of streamlined customs in boosting cross-border trade. Public Communication Modernisation: Mozambique’s government says modernising media and public communication is urgent for digital inclusion beyond major cities. Children’s Rights and Cabo Delgado: President Daniel Chapo urged an end to terrorism in Cabo Delgado to protect children’s schooling and well-being, alongside action against early pregnancies. Digital Growth Funding: WIOCC secured $300m to expand Africa’s digital infrastructure, including data centres and fibre networks, with Mozambique flagged for future rollout.

Fuel Security & Regional Integration: Mozambique and Zimbabwe kicked off Phase II upgrades to the Beira-Feruka pipeline in Nhamatanda, with pumping capacity set to rise from 3 million to 5 million cubic metres per year by end-2027, creating a fuel buffer to help shield SADC from supply shocks. Public Administration: Mozambique says promotions and career changes in the civil service will resume in October after a 2022 pause, with an initial budget allocation of one billion meticais. HIV Prevention Rollout: The health ministry reports lenacapavir PrEP is now being administered in 56 units across 16 districts, reaching about 15,700 people, with coverage expanding to Nampula. Digital Safety: UNICEF warns that around 20 million children across 21 countries face online sexual abuse or exploitation each year, with most incidents happening on social media. Wildlife & Livelihoods: ANAC launched Mozambique’s $15m TRANSFORM project to strengthen biodiversity management in Quirimbas, Marromeu and Gorongosa while boosting community incomes and reducing human-wildlife conflict. Energy Costs & Climate Risk: EDM estimates $76m in losses from extreme weather between 2022 and 2026, pushing it to strengthen resilience planning.

HIV Prevention Rollout: Mozambique is scaling up lenacapavir PrEP, with 56 health units in 16 districts already administering the injectable to 15,700 people, including new coverage in Zambézia, Maputo city and province, and Nampula. Public Service Updates: Promotions and career changes in Mozambique’s public administration are set to resume in October after a 2022 pause due to funding limits, with an initial focus on staff whose files were nearly complete. Regional Energy Push: Mozambique and Zimbabwe have broken ground on a major Beira–Harare fuel corridor expansion via CPMZ, boosting pipeline capacity by 67% from 3 to 5 million cubic metres per year by end-2027 to strengthen regional energy security. Climate Shock Warning: UNICEF says El Niño risks are rising fast, putting 162 million children across eastern and southern Africa in harm’s way through drought, floods, heat and disrupted services, including in Mozambique. Wildlife Conservation Funding: ANAC has launched the $15m TRANSFORM project to improve biodiversity management and community livelihoods in priority conservation areas.

Digital Safety: UNICEF warns 1 in 5 youths aged 12–17 in eastern and southern Africa faced online sexual abuse, as platforms’ algorithms and harmful trends keep putting children at risk. Energy Security: Mozambique and Zimbabwe broke ground on Phase II of the Beira–Feruka fuel corridor (CPMZ), aiming to lift capacity from 3 million to 5 million cubic metres and boost supplies across SADC. Governance & Finance: Mozambique’s central bank leadership reshuffle continues after President Chapo revoked the appointment of Waldemar de Sousa amid “hidden debts” allegations, naming Felisberto Dinis Navalha as governor. Health Funding & Oversight: Mozambique says it has mobilised about $970m for health programmes, with stronger programmatic auditing to track results from Global Fund and Gavi support. Anti-Corruption: Malawi police arrested senior NOCMA officials over a suspected fraudulent transfer of more than $400,000 linked to fuel shipment charges at Beira and Nacala. Climate Risk: UNICEF flags El Niño threats to over 162 million children in the region, warning of worsening food, water, health and schooling disruptions. Infrastructure & Trade: WIOCC secured $300m to expand Africa’s digital backbone, while China’s Hunan delegation signed deals with Mozambique in Maputo, including in energy and industrial parks.

Mozambique–China Trade Push: Hunan and Mozambique held a China (Hunan)-Mozambique Economic and Trade Matchmaking Conference in Maputo, signing 11 cooperation deals covering culture, energy, infrastructure and industrial parks. Agribusiness Mechanisation: Hunan’s Zoomlion is using FACIM to expand agricultural machinery sales in Mozambique, aiming to make mechanisation affordable for small and large producers via local partnerships. Fuel Infrastructure for SADC: Presidents Daniel Chapo and Emmerson Mnangagwa will launch the second phase of the Mozambique–Zimbabwe pipeline expansion in Nhamatanda, boosting Beira-Feruka pumping capacity from 3m to 5m cubic metres and adding new pumping stations to raise regional fuel transport capacity by 67%. Power Market Entry: Abu Dhabi’s ePointZero agreed to buy 90% of Azura Power, giving it a controlling stake in 175MW of Azura’s Mozambique generation alongside assets in Nigeria and Senegal, subject to approvals. Digital Backbone Funding: WIOCC secured $300m from Africa Finance Corporation and Vision Invest to expand open-access fibre, data centres and subsea infrastructure across Africa, with Mozambique Telecom listed among shareholders. Women, Rights and Accountability: Ahead of UNGA81, a SHE & Rights session warned that “family/values/sovereignty” narratives are being used to dilute women’s and girls’ rights, stressing implementation and accountability. Soil Science for Farmers: Through SoilFER, Mozambican women scientists at IIAM are strengthening soil testing and training to help farmers improve productivity, including cassava-focused research.

Fuel Infrastructure: Presidents Mnangagwa and Chapo are set to launch the second phase of the Beira-Feruka pipeline expansion in Nhamatanda, Sofala, boosting capacity from 3 million to 5 million cubic metres a year and adding new pumping stations to strengthen regional fuel supply across SADC. Central Banking Shake-up: Chapo reversed the appointment of Waldemar de Sousa as Bank of Mozambique governor within 24 hours, naming Felisberto Dinis Navalha instead, amid a storm of “hidden debts” accusations. Gender & Rights Ahead of UNGA: A SHE & Rights session warned that “family, values and sovereignty” narratives are being used to dilute women’s and girls’ rights, stressing the need for implementation and accountability. Agriculture Science for Women: Through SoilFER, Mozambican women scientists are training and using lab-based soil testing to improve cassava and broader farm productivity. Energy & Power Investment: ePointZero agreed to buy 90% of Azura Power, which operates 175MW in Mozambique plus assets in Nigeria and Senegal, pending regulatory approvals. Trade Facilitation: Mozambique and neighbours agreed a customs-to-customs data exchange roadmap to cut border delays and logistics costs. Security Advisory: The US keeps northern Mozambique on Level 4 “Do Not Travel” for parts of Cabo Delgado and surrounding areas due to militant threats.

Bank of Mozambique Shake-up: Mozambique reversed course on its central bank leadership, withdrawing Waldemar de Sousa’s appointment and naming Felisberto Dinis Navalha as governor, with Navalha due to be sworn in Wednesday as the country grapples with inflation and debt pressures. Trade and Investment Push: Mozambique’s FACIM 2026 continues to draw regional business, including 20 Zimbabwean companies seeking deals in sectors from manufacturing to energy, while Brazil’s ApexBrasil pledged a new wave of Mozambique-Brazil economic partnerships. Foreign Currency Focus: President Daniel Chapo told FACIM that Mozambique must boost domestic production and exports to generate more US dollars and reverse the balance of payments. Regional Customs Deal: Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe agreed a roadmap for customs-to-customs data exchange to cut border delays and logistics costs. Security and Travel Warning: The US updated its travel advisory for Mozambique, keeping most of the north at Level 2 but placing parts of Cabo Delgado and surrounding areas at Level 4 “Do Not Travel.” Energy Links: Eskom says it wants industrial demand back, including possible renewed power supply to Mozambique’s Mozal smelter within a year if agreements are finalised.

Banking Leadership: Waldemar de Sousa has been named the new governor of the Bank of Mozambique, replacing Rogerio Zandamela, in a key reshuffle for the country’s financial oversight. Electricity Trade: Mozambique–Malawi’s 400KV power interconnection is now fully built and energised, with commercial tariff talks still under way before full trading begins. Politics in Court: Venâncio Mondlane’s trial is set to test Mozambique’s Supreme Court as the case could reshape the opposition landscape, with calls for live broadcasting raising the stakes for transparency. Regional Diplomacy: South Africa’s xenophobia apology to Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo has sparked scepticism, as anti-migrant violence continues to strain SADC ties. Health Policy: WHO marks African Traditional Medicine Day, urging stronger research, regulation and investment so traditional care can better support universal health coverage. Trade and Growth: Zimbabwe and Mozambique are urged to turn FACIM proximity into real business links, using corridors to cut costs and build regional value chains. Poverty Watch: Mozambique is listed among countries with very high extreme poverty rates, underscoring the scale of the social challenge.

Mozambique Politics: Mozambique’s Council of State has lifted the immunity of Venancio Mondlane, clearing the way for him to face trial on five criminal charges tied to post-election demonstrations, after the Supreme Court issued a summons. National Unity & Youth: President Daniel Chapo says national unity is key to Mozambique’s survival and growth, pointing to school sports as a way to build cohesion among young people. Infrastructure & Connectivity: Japan’s JICA will disburse 1.691 billion yen (about US$10.4m) to rebuild the Natete bridge in Nampula’s Ribáue district, including road access and riverbank protection to boost trade and climate resilience. Regional Security: At an AU summit in Luanda, leaders pushed for urgent reforms to Africa’s peace and security architecture, including early warning and sustainable financing, with northern Mozambique cited among instability hotspots. Anti-Illegal Fishing: Namibia has yet to pay its SADC contribution for a Maputo-based centre fighting illegal fishing, despite in-kind support. Energy Deal Watch: An Abu Dhabi firm is buying 90% of Nigeria’s Azura Power, underlining Gulf interest in regional power markets.

AU Peace Funding Debate: Rwanda’s representative told the African Union that ending conflicts is also about predictable financing, not just diplomacy, as leaders meet in Luanda to adopt an action plan on conflict prevention and resolution, with Mozambique flagged among the security hotspots. Mozambique Conservation Protest: iSimangaliso’s community protests are being linked to a governance failure in co-management, with residents citing broken trust over consultation, benefit sharing and livelihoods after park actions such as tree cutting. Mozambique Education Push: President Daniel Chapo opened the national school sports festival in Maxixe, arguing education should form “complete people” beyond exams, with promises of more investment in infrastructure, teachers and talent identification. Digital Access: Google expanded its free AI Plus offer to students across 27 African countries, including Mozambique, giving access to Gemini tools and cloud storage. Regional Climate Warning: Southern Africa’s seasonal outlook points to below-normal rainfall risks across parts of the region, including Mozambique, raising pressure on farming and water planning. Ports and Trade: ICTSI signed to buy full ownership of TLG, a port and cargo operator with Mozambique operations, as global investors keep targeting Southern Africa’s logistics.

AU Conflict Agenda: President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Luanda for the AU’s 21st Extraordinary Session, where leaders will agree an Action Plan and Implementation Matrix to strengthen conflict prevention and resolution, with Mozambique named among the security hotspots. SADC Governance Push: South Africa’s Public Service Commission says public service reform across SADC needs real consequence management to ensure delivery on education, healthcare, safety and infrastructure. Mozambique Energy Access: Mozambique reports electricity access has risen to about 22.7 million people (66.9%) from 9.8 million in 2019, driven by EDM electrification efforts, as the country targets universal access by 2030. Regional Climate Warning: Southern Africa faces a higher chance of below-normal rainfall in 2026/27, including Mozambique, raising pressure on farming and water planning. Ports Deal: ICTSI has signed to buy full ownership of TLG, an integrated port and cargo operator with Mozambique, Namibia and South Africa operations, pending approvals.

AU Conflict Talks: President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Luanda for the AU’s 21st Extraordinary Session, aimed at adopting a continent-wide action plan to strengthen conflict prevention and resolution, with Mozambique among the security backdrops. Climate Outlook: Southern Africa is bracing for a hotter, drier 2026/27 summer, with SARCOF-33 warning of below-normal rainfall across Zimbabwe and much of the region, including Mozambique, raising risks for crops and water. Electricity Access in Mozambique: Mozambique reports electricity access has risen to about 22.7 million people (66.9% of the population), up from 9.8 million in 2019, as EDM expands the national grid toward universal access by 2030. Tech for Students: Google is expanding its free Google AI Plus offer to students in 27 African countries, including Mozambique, with Gemini tools and cloud storage. Ports and Trade: ICTSI has signed to buy full ownership of TLG, a port and cargo operator with operations across Mozambique, Namibia and South Africa, pending approvals. Sports Streaming: DAZN secured rights to broadcast LaLiga EA Sports across Sub-Saharan Africa for three seasons, starting this weekend, including Nigeria and Mozambique’s region.

Mozambique Energy Access: About 22.7 million Mozambicans (66.9%) now have electricity, up from 9.8 million in 2019, as EDM and the government push for universal access by 2030. Anti-Corruption Watch: Malawi’s ACB summoned NOCMA CEO Emmanuel Matapa over a disputed $403,605 (K700m) payment linked to “fraudulent correspondence,” while police arrested two senior officials connected to the same matter. Ports and Trade: Philippines-based ICTSI agreed to buy 100% of TLG Acquisition Holdings, a port and cargo operator with facilities in Mozambique, Namibia and South Africa, pending approvals. Terrorism Advisory: The US renewed a travel warning urging citizens to avoid northern Mozambique, especially Cabo Delgado and parts of Nampula, citing terrorism, crime and weak health services. Media Freedom: A report says environmental journalists across sub-Saharan Africa face assaults and threats, including in Mozambique, tied to reporting on illegal mining and logging. Tech for Students: Google AI Plus free subscriptions expanded to 27 African countries, including Mozambique, for eligible students. Sports Streaming: DAZN secured LaLiga rights across 48 Sub-Saharan markets, starting this weekend and running through 2028/29.