What are the latest news in Mozambique?
The major current developments and headlines in Mozambique include:
- Northern Security and Displacement: Counterinsurgency operations against Islamic State-linked fighters continue in northern areas, particularly around Cabo Delgado and the Niassa Special Reserve. Humanitarian agencies report ongoing challenges managing displacement and food security following repeated disruptions. ACLED———
- New Media Legal Framework: Mozambique is preparing to roll out Law No. 19/2026, which updates media regulations. Key provisions include stronger legal protections and professional confidentiality for journalists, the inclusion of digital-only media under national regulations, and a 35% cap on foreign ownership in media organizations.- Alliance of Mediterranean News Agencies+ 1———
- Technology & AI Initiatives: The government officially launched the Mozambican Association of Artificial Intelligence (AMIA) in Maputo. This initiative accompanies the formulation of a National Artificial Intelligence Strategy and Data Governance Policy to guide digital transformation across public and private sectors.- TechAfrica News———
- Energy Grid Expansion: State utility Electricidade de Moçambique (EDM) announced plans under its “Energy for All” initiative to add over 420,000 new connections, aiming to extend grid access to roughly two million additional citizens toward the national target of universal access by 2030. -allAfrica.com——–
- Public Infrastructure & Economy: Business leaders and construction associations have met with the Ministry of Public Works to address government debt and payment delays on public infrastructure projects, proposing new payment and certification mechanisms to stabilize the sector.- Alliance of Mediterranean News Agencies———